R-134a

HFC-134a

Under annual quota

GWP: 1,430
ODP: 0
Class: A1
Family: HFC
Boiling: -26.1 °C

Composition: single-component HFC

The replacement for R-12 in display cabinets, chillers and mobile air conditioning. Requires polyol ester oil and must not be mixed with mineral oil.

What this means for you

This refrigerant is subject to an annual import quota that shrinks on a set schedule. Equipment may continue to operate, but topping it up will become more expensive over the years.

Display cabinets, chillers, mobile air conditioning.

Handling

Class A1. Low toxicity, non-flammable. The widest application, without special restrictions.

What replaces it

R-1234yf

HFO

GWP 4 · A2L

GWP lower by 99.7%

Mobile air conditioning

R-1234ze(E)

HFO

GWP 7 · A2L

GWP lower by 99.5%

Centrifugal chillers

R-513A

blend

GWP 631 · A1

GWP lower by 56%

Chillers — transitional option

Replacement must be carried out by a licensed technician. Class A2L and A3 refrigerants are flammable and require specific installation conditions.

Where to go next

What the law requires Find a licensed technician

Data source: Manual §1.3.2, §2.5.1, §2.5.2