R-134a is an HFC refrigerant. HFC refrigerants are known for their extremely high Global Warming Potential, or GWP. You can no longer buy cylinders but you are still able to purchase cans of refrigerant without a license. Single or multi-use cans can be found at some retailers or on Ebay still.

Is R134a banned?

R134a is one of a number of common refrigerants that will be banned from use in new centrifugal and positive displacement chillers as of January 1, 2024. The new rules will also see R134a being banned in new domestic fridges and freezers from January 1, 2021.

Is R134a banned in Canada?

a) The phase-down of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and consumption allowance provisions, which replace the permit system for bulk new HFCs; HFCs are used as alternatives to ozone-depleting substances in refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment, foam products, and aerosol products.

Can you buy R-134a without a license?

No. Only individuals or businesses that hold a Refrigerant Trading Authorisation can purchase, store and dispose of (sell) fluorocarbon refrigerant.

What is replacing R-134a?

There are three refrigerants that can be used to replace R-134a: R-1234yf, R-152a and R-744.

What is the replacement for R134a?

refrigerant R-1234yf
To date, most auto manufacturers are using the hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerant R-1234yf as the replacement of choice for R134a.

What is a134a refrigerant used for?

R134a is a refrigerant commonly used in automotive AC systems. It is a fluid that can easily be boiled into a vapor and condensed back into a liquid so the system can use evaporation and condensation to cool your cabin air.

Does O’Reilly sell R-134a refrigerant?

Most passenger cars or light trucks manufactured since 1995 were built for R-134a. O’Reilly Auto Parts carries R-134a refrigerant and oils formulated to work in your vehicle’s A/C system.

Does AutoZone sell R134a gas?

If your cabin is a little warmer than you’d like, it is likely time for a recharge. Buy R134a gas online and pick up your AC recharge can in an AutoZone near you today. Re-charge your vehicle’s air conditioning system and keep the cold air flowing with R134a refrigerant.

How many ounces of R134a refrigerant does Johnsen use?

12 oz. R134a Refrigerant (215) Write a Review Johnsen’s 12 oz. R-134 refrigerant for use in all factory installed and/or retrofitted R-134A A/C systems $649