HFC-134a/R-134a Replacement Blend from Japan
This blend combines 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a, 2903.42) with minor HFC-32 and HFC-125 for automotive AC retrofits. Classified in 3827.68.00.00 for HFC mixtures from 2903.41-2903.48 lacking CFCs/HCFCs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify purity >99.9% via GC-MS testing; include reclaim certificate if recycled; avoid summer peak imports due to quota limits