According to the Environmental Protection Agency, hydrochlorofluorocarbon-22, also known as R22, is harmful.The production and importation of this refrigerant is being banned starting January 1, 2020.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A refrigerant used in home air conditioners is going away. The most common air-conditioning coolant for decades was R-22, referred to as Freon. Production of it ends this year.

Some companies may also offer recycled R22 freon, but you should check with your technician for advice on how that may impact your air conditioner’s performance. 3.

If your air-conditioning unit was manufactured before 2010. It is important to check which coolant it uses to be prepared for the cost of Freon. Article continues below this ad July 9, 2019 By HTV ...

The most common air-conditioning coolant for decades was R-22, referred to as Freon. Production of it ends this year. It is being replaced by a more environmentally friendly coolant -- 410A.

The most common air-conditioning coolant for decades was R-22, referred to as Freon. Production of it ends this year. It is being replaced by a more environmentally friendly coolant -- 410A.

The most common air-conditioning coolant for decades was R-22, referred to as Freon. Production of it ends this year. Learn more in the video player above.

The most common air-conditioning coolant for decades was R-22, referred to as Freon. Production of it ends this year. It is being replaced by a more environmentally friendly coolant -- 410A.

The most common air-conditioning coolant for decades was R-22, referred to as Freon. Production of it ends this year. It is being replaced by a more environmentally friendly coolant -- 410A.

A refrigerant used in home air conditioners is going away. The most common air-conditioning coolant for decades was R-22, referred to as Freon. Production of it ends this year. Advertisement ...