Askarel-Replacement Insulating Oil from Japan
Non-PCB mineral oil replacing old askarels in transformers, with >70% petroleum and <50% single hydrocarbon compliance. Qualifies as insulating light oil under 2710.12.4545 due to distillation profile. Used for retrofitting legacy electrical equipment.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Certify zero PCB content with EPA forms; document compatibility with old equipment; pitfall: recycled oils may need waste oil declaration