As of January 1, 2018, the purchase of all cylinders now require a 608 or 609 proof of certification, unless you are a reseller. Download our EPA form and email back to us before you purchase. A 608 certification is required to purchase R-22, R-410a, R-404a, R-422D, and MO99.Click to see full answer. Regarding this, do you have to be licensed to buy Freon?If we travel back in time to before 2018 then no, you did not need a license to purchase R-134a cylinders. However, as of January 1st, 2018 you WILL need to be certified to purchase HFC refrigerants such as 410A, 134a, and 404A. Click this link for the exact wording from the EPA’s website.Similarly, can I buy Freon with Type 1 certification? What type of Certification do I need to purchase refrigerants? If you get a 608 certification (Type I, Type II, Type II, or Universal), you can by any refrigerant sold in an HVAC/R store in containers of 20 pounds or more. Correspondingly, what certification do you need to buy refrigerant? Only Section 608 certified technicians can purchase refrigerants intended for use with stationary refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment. Section 609 certified technicians cannot purchase refrigerants that are intended for use with stationary equipment, regardless of container size.Can I buy r22 freon without license?Are you required to have a license or to be certified to handle and purchase R-410A? You are required to have an EPA Section 608 Type II or Universal certification license to handle R-410A but no license is legally necessary for purchase.