R-449A Low-GWP Refrigerant from Japan

R-449A (HFC/HFO mix of R-32, R-125, R-134a, HFO-1234yf) replaces R-404A in transport refrigeration. HTS 3827.69.00.00 for HFC-dominant blends without CFCs/HCFCs. Reduces carbon footprint in cold chain logistics.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Apply for HFC production/import allowances under AIM Act 2020 phasedown

Document azeotropic stability—no fractionation in storage per ASHRAE standards

Avoid recharge kits misclassification—declare as virgin product only

R-449A Low-GWP Refrigerant from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3827.69.00.00