A-Gas, a world leader in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant management, is proud to support California’s recent regulatory changes by providing its PENGUIN Certified Reclaimed Refrigerants, which are fully compliant with the latest state requirements outlined in Assembly Bill (AB) 663.

AB 663, signed on Oct. 1, 2025, clarifies California’s State Bill (SB) 1206 and establishes strict criteria for what qualifies as a certified reclaimed refrigerant. Under the law, certified reclaimed products are exempt from hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) global warming potential restrictions, provided they meet specific criteria: each cylinder must contain at least 85 percent reclaimed material by weight, be AHRI 700 certified, achieve a minimum purity of 99.5 percent, and be processed by an EPA-Certified Reclaimer.

The new legislation also eliminates ambiguity regarding inventory, with a clear mandate that stockpiled refrigerants which do not meet these standards are now deemed non-compliant regardless of their purchase date. Non-compliance carries significant civil and criminal penalties.

A-Gas ensures every PENGUIN Certified Reclaimed Refrigerant is accompanied by required documentation, notably a Certificate of Analysis, so distributors and contractors can maintain transparent records and confidently meet regulatory demands. Each cylinder is clearly labeled for traceability, reinforcing assurances that only approved refrigerants are sold and used in California.

PENGUIN Certified Reclaimed Refrigerants allow partners and customers to fulfill both regulatory and environmental commitments without disruption. By proactively adapting to regulatory changes and providing EPA-compliant, high-purity refrigerants, A-Gas delivers lasting value for HVACR wholesalers, contractors, and technicians.