Official title 2019 Arkansas Refrigerant Classification Code
Effective dates January 1, 2019 – Present
Adopts with amendments ASHRAE 34-2016, Designation and Safety Classification of Refrigerants
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Overview The ASHRAE 34 standard provides a system for assigning designations and safety classifications to refrigerants based on toxicity and flammability data. It includes guidelines for identifying and classifying refrigerants to ensure safe handling, usage, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
The 2019 Arkansas Refrigerant Classification Code adopts the ASHRAE 34-2016 standard with specific amendments tailored to Arkansas’s unique conditions. These modifications ensure that refrigerants used in Arkansas meet high standards of safety, performance, and reliability, addressing local environmental and regulatory requirements.

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