Servicing Tail for HCFCs: What is it & Why Does it Matter? - OzonAction Policy Brief

This policy brief explains the concept of the hydrochlorofluorocarbons servicing tail under the Montreal Protocol and its implications for countries implementing phase-out commitments. It outlines the permitted limited production and consumption after total phase-out, clarifies differences between Protocol provisions and Hydrochlorofluorocarbons Phase-out Management Plan funding agreements, and discusses reporting, compliance, and stockpiling considerations. The brief also highlights planning requirements for future programme stages, encouraging countries to assess servicing needs, align funding agreements with phase-out schedules, and prepare for the 2025 review of servicing allowances.