PBB-Laden Capacitor Drain Oil from Canada

Drainage oil from decommissioned capacitors contaminated with polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs), potentially with trace PCBs below 50 mg/kg. Meets HTS 2710.91.00.50 criteria for waste oils containing PBBs from bituminous mineral sources. Primarily handled by specialized e-waste recycling firms.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

0%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Submit TSCA Form A for new importers of PCB/PCT/PBB wastes at least 30 days prior

Ensure oil samples are tested per EPA Method 8082 for halogenated compound verification

Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as non-hazardous; incurs severe penalties and disposal costs

PBB-Laden Capacitor Drain Oil from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2710.91.00.50