Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Listing of Substitutes Under the Significant New Alternatives Policy Program in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning and Fire Suppression
EPA updates list of acceptable substitutes for ozone-depleting substances in refrigeration and fire suppression. This may affect HVAC/R systems in bars, restaurants, and breweries.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Liquor Licensing space on July 5, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. Bars, restaurants, breweries, distilleries, and off-premise retailers using commercial refrigeration or fire suppression systems. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: No immediate deadline; changes are effective upon publication but compliance may be required when servicing or replacing equipment.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Liquor Licensing continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
EPA added new acceptable substitutes and removed some previously acceptable ones under the SNAP program.
Who it affects
Bars, restaurants, breweries, distilleries, and off-premise retailers using commercial refrigeration or fire suppression systems.
What you must do
Review current refrigerants and fire suppressants used in your equipment to ensure they remain on the acceptable list.
Deadline
No immediate deadline; changes are effective upon publication but compliance may be required when servicing or replacing equipment.
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