// F-Gas regulation: why plan ahead for the end of 2026? //
Are you planning an industrial cooling project, and are you unsure whether the 2027 F-Gas regulations should prompt you to wait—or, conversely, to take proactive steps now? That is THE QUESTION of the day!
Please be aware that January 1, 2027, will mark a new milestone in the evolution of regulations concerning refrigerants, as a number of the fluids you currently use will no longer be permitted for supply.
The final weeks of 2026 are therefore the right time to take stock of your needs and anticipate upcoming regulatory changes concerning industrial air conditioners and chillers.
- Which refrigerants will be prohibited under the F-Gas regulation as of January 1, 2027?
- Should you order your unit now, or wait until the beginning of next year?
- What are our latest models available with R134a, R407C, or R410A before production of these units ceases?
EURODIFROID explains.
F-Gas: a new deadline on January 1, 2027
The European F-Gas Regulation (EU) 2024/573 progressively tightens restrictions on the use of refrigerants with a high Global Warming Potential (GWP).
As of January 1, 2027, several categories of equipment will be subject to new restrictions regarding their placement on the market.
This applies, in particular, to:
- Stationary cooling equipment with a capacity of more than 12 kW that uses fluorinated gases with a GWP of 750 or greater;
- As well as stationary cooling equipment with a capacity of 12 kW or less that uses fluorinated gases with a GWP of 150 or greater;
- Subject to the exceptions provided for in the regulation.
These deadlines prompt industrial operators to examine their refrigeration equipment projects—and the fluids used—without delay.
What are the main types of fluids subject to an F-Gas restriction or ban in 2027?
Many refrigerants will very soon be subject to F-Gas prohibitions.
(See the table below regarding their authorization for use after January 1, 2027)
Please note that:
- The F-Gas regulation applies to any company that installs, maintains, or sells equipment containing refrigerants, as well as to those that handle or distribute such substances;
- The operator or owner of refrigeration equipment is also subject to certain obligations, including requirements regarding personnel qualifications, the labeling of installations, leak checks, and the recovery of refrigerants.
Regardless of your role in the chain of use for industrial air conditioning or cooling equipment, you are inevitably affected by these regulatory changes.
| Refrigerant | GWP | AIR CONDITIONERS (fixed, < 12 kW) | AIR CONDITIONERS (fixed, > 12 kW) | CHILLERS (fixed, < 12 kW) | CHILLERS (fixed, > 12 kW) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R410A | 2088 | STOP | STOP | STOP | STOP |
| R407C | 1774 | STOP | STOP | STOP | STOP |
| R134a | 1430 | STOP | STOP | STOP | STOP |
| R513A | 631 | OK exemption* | OK exemption* | OK exemption* | OK |
| R454C | 148 | OK | OK | OK | OK |
| R1234ze | 6 | OK | OK | OK | OK |
| R1234yf | 4 | OK | OK | OK | OK |
*An exemption is possible in the event of security-related constraints at the operating site (e.g., risk of flammability or explosion), or by way of a special waiver, subject to justification provided by the client.
So, if your process or installation uses equipment affected by the upcoming F-gas restriction, the question of its replacement arises now—should you wait, or should you act quickly?
Should one wait until January 1st or not?
One thing is certain: after January 1, you will no longer have the same device choices!
Indeed, manufacturers will be subject to the obligation to conform their offers to the new, more restrictive standards, with their advantages and disadvantages.
BENEFITS
of placing your order before the end of 2026
- Retain a wider range of options from the configurations still available on the market before the deadline
- Maintain a proven technical solution, especially one already validated for your specific process or industrial facility
- Anticipate equipment replacements (thereby avoiding the need to restart a design project in 2027)
- Prevent more extensive project modifications should your preferred configuration become unavailable by 2027
- Secure your procurement schedule by accounting for manufacturing and delivery lead times
BENEFITS
of waiting until January 2027 to order
- Ensure compliance with F-Gas regulations as soon as possible (especially if your business sector is particularly affected)
- Take advantage of more sophisticated components that offer new functionalities
- Allow more time to compare technologies, performance levels, safety requirements, and operating costs
- Directly incorporate future F-Gas regulatory requirements into new project specifications
- Potentially benefit from a wider range of low GWP options or more competitive pricing in the long term
For us? No difference at all!
Our sole priority is resolving your specific challenge.
To this end, we offer both units that already utilize refrigerants compliant with the F-Gas regulatory updates coming into effect in January 2027, as well as units from our existing stock that use “conventional” refrigerants—including options that leverage specific exemptions, such as those employing R513A-type refrigerants.
EURODIFROID supports you in your projects
As a specialist in industrial cooling solutions, Eurodifroid supports you in assessing your requirements and selecting equipment tailored to your applications.
Whether for a water chiller, an oil cooler, or other refrigeration equipment, our teams can help you explore the various options and identify the regulatory requirements applicable to your project.
Are you planning an order before the end of 2026?
Do not wait until the final weeks to consult us.
Contact us so that we can assess your requirements, verify your proposed configuration, and confirm the possibilities for ordering and delivery.
In practical terms:
- We can still supply you with units using refrigerants such as R134a, R407C, or R410A.
These remain fully compliant with current standards through the end of the year and can help you meet your requirements for 2027 and beyond; - However, from January 1st onwards—just like any other manufacturer—we will only offer units that use refrigerants compliant with F-Gas requirements (such as R454C, R1234ze, R1234yf, or, under specific applicable exemptions, R513A).
The advantage of working with EURODIFROID? We always have a solution for you!
Our goal is simple: to offer you the most relevant solution for your specific needs—ensuring full compliance with standards—while advising you on the equipment that provides the best balance between efficiency and price.
Share your requirements—along with any specific expectations or challenges—with us, and our experts will respond promptly to propose the ideal solution, as well as potential alternatives.
Which devices do we have in stock?
Will you soon be in need of refrigeration equipment that uses R134a, R407C, or R410A?
Don’t wait—request a quote from us today.
For your information, we currently have some stock available for the following TRA water coolers (chillers):
- TRA 30 AHI Chiller, 2.5 kW, single-phase
- TRA 30 THI Chiller, 2.5 kW, three-phase
- TRA 30 THI BY Chiller (with automatic bypass), 2.5 kW, three-phase
- TRA 45 AHI Chiller, 5.6 kW, single-phase
- TRA 45 THI Chiller, 5.6 kW, three-phase
- TRA 70 THI Chiller, 7.9 kW, three-phase
- TRA 80 THI Chiller, 9.5 kW, three-phase
- TRA 110 THI Chiller, 12.4 kW, three-phase
- TRA 150 THI Chiller, 17.8 kW, three-phase
- TRA 150 THI BYBT Chiller (with automatic bypass and low-temperature -5°C), 17.8 kW, three-phase
- TRA 180 THI Chiller, 18.2 kW, three-phase
- TRA 200 THI Chiller, 24.8 kW, three-phase
- TRA 200 THI DPRO Chiller (without tank, with casters), 24.8 kW, three-phase
- TRA 250 THI Chiller, 29.0 kW, three-phase
Furthermore, each month we also maintain an updated, more comprehensive list of all the units we have in stock (air conditioners, coolers / chillers, etc.—both new and refurbished/pre-owned):
Released on: October/22nd/2026
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