Freon, Chlorofluorocarbons and Other Ozone Depleting Components

MDEQ does not have jurisdiction to address freon, chlorofluorocarbons (CFC’s) and other ozone depleting compounds beyond requirements affecting stationary sources. Instead, MDEQ provides assistance in understanding the requirements under federal rules, including those that apply to technician certification, refrigerant recycling, and servicing motor vehicle air conditioners.

Freon and Ozone

Handling freon:

• Refrigerant Recycling Rule and Information – Section 608
• Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Rule and Information – Section 609
• Ozone – Ozone Depletion Rules and Regulations

Other Links

EPA Applicability Determination Index – *Note- This site contains EPA determinations related to CFC’s. To query for such information “CFC” should be entered in the “Word Search” field on this page.

Contacts

For more information on Freon and CFC’s contact: