Aroclor 1260 PCB Transformer Oil Mixture from Japan
Aroclor 1260 is a commercial mixture of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) used historically in electrical transformers as a dielectric fluid and coolant. This preparation contains PCBs without additional halogenation beyond chlorination, falling under HTS 3824.82.10.00 as specified in subheading note 3 for mixtures containing PCBs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA TSCA import certification prior to shipment; ensure manifests comply with hazardous waste regulations under RCRA; verify no additional bromination or fluorination present