Important Dates
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Jan. 1, 1992: Since this date, containment and recycling of R-12 have been required.
Nov. 14,1994: Since this date, the sale of refrigerant in any size container is restricted to certified technicians.
July, 1995: Since this date, any R-12 mobile air conditioning system that is converted to use an acceptable alternate refrigerant must have the appropriate unique service fittings and label for that refrigerant.
Nov. 15, 1995: Since this date, recovery and recycling of any substitute substance for R-12, such as R-134a, used in a motor vehicle air conditioner have been required.