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R-22 Sell Price Chart

SUMMER 2016 UPDATE:  R-22 Prices spike like never before, creating the perfect time to sell.

In late 2012 and early 2013 the price of R22 climbed enormously but fell like a stack of cards over night when The EPA released it's above expected allocation quota's for 2013/14.  The price has gradually increased again thoughout the last three years and recently overtaken the 2013 high.  If you took advantage of investment opportunities in 2012 and before this could be the ideal time to reap the rewards.


E.P.A. Allowance and Allocation

The United States Environmental Protection Agency has issued its final HCFC Allowance and Allocation ruling, which limits production and/or importation of R-22.  Following the EPA ruling, prices of refrigerant R-22 began to climb.  The supply of R-22 in the U.S. is strictly controlled.  The demand for R-22 in the U.S. is increasing as result of the implemented 13 SEER energy requirement on air conditioning equipment.   Raw materials, manufacturing and energy costs are also rising and these too contribute to the increased prices.  

               E.P.A. HCFC Phaseout Schedule

Phase 1                 2004     35% Overall Consumption Reduction* from prior year

Phase 2 Stage 1     2010     75% Overall Consumption Reduction* from prior year

Phase 2 Stage 2     2011     An additional 10% Consumption Reduction* from prior year
Phase 2 Stage 3     2012     An additional 10% Consumption Reduction* from prior year
Phase 2 Stage 4     2013     An additional 10% Consumption Reduction* from prior year
Phase 2 Stage 5     2014     An additional 10% Consumption Reduction* from prior year
Phase 3                 2015     90% Overall Consumption Reduction* from prior year
Phase 4                 2020     STOP R-22 PRODUCTION

*Consumption is calculated by the following formula: consumption = production plus imports minus exports.


 


 


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