Chlorodiphenyl (PCBs) from Japan

Chlorodiphenyl, commonly known as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), are halogenated aromatic hydrocarbons derived from benzene through chlorination. This product falls under HTS 2903.89.20.00 as a halogenated derivative of aromatic hydrocarbons, specifically chlorination of diphenyl structures. Primarily used historically as dielectric fluids and coolants.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

5.5%

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

Verify EPA restrictions on PCBs due to environmental regulations; obtain TSCA import certification

Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming aromatic halogenated structure

Avoid misclassification as pesticide formulations which fall under Chapter 38

Chlorodiphenyl (PCBs) from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2903.89.20.00