Free quota for import of hydrofluorocarbons for 2026 open for applications
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To implement the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer adopted by the United Nations, the Government has implemented an HFCs import quota system since December 1, 2025, to control the total import amount of HFCs in fulfilling Hong Kong's obligations under the Amendment. The annual import quota is divided into normal quota and free quota at a ratio of 7:3. The import free quota for 2026 to be allocated is 327 kilotonnes CO2 equivalent.
An EPD spokesperson said, "Free quota will be allocated to newly registered persons, end-users who intend to import HFCs directly, as well as to existing registered importers who had exhausted their normal quota for the year."
Applicants are requested to submit the completed application form along with the necessary supporting documents via the online system (olpo.epd.gov.hk/olposystem) by 5pm, June 9, 2026 (Tuesday), or submit a hard copy by post or in person to the Air Science and Modelling Group of the EPD via the following address. Applications received after the aforesaid deadline will not be processed.
12/F, North Tower
Tseung Kwan O Government Offices
30 Tong Yin Street, Tseung Kwan O
New Territories
For details about the import free quota application and quota allocation guidelines, please visit the EPD's website (olpo.epd.gov.hk/olposystem). Enquiries can also be made by phone at 3153 2384 or via email at olpoenq@epd.gov.hk.
Ends/Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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