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High-Purity Mixed Alkylbenzene for Electronics from Canada

Ultra-pure alkylbenzene mixtures used as dielectric fluids in electrical transformers and capacitors. HTS 3817.00.1500 covers these low-conductivity synthetic fluids replacing PCBs. Essential for high-voltage equipment insulation with excellent dielectric strength.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada

Import Tips

Submit dielectric breakdown voltage (>30kV) and dissipation factor (<0.001) test results

Certify PCB-free status with GC-MS analysis per EPA Method 8082

Specify electrical insulation end-use to avoid solvent misclassification