Askarel PCB Electrical Insulating Liquid
Askarel is the trade term for PCB-based dielectric fluids used in circuit breakers and switches. This chlorinated-only preparation falls under 3824.82.10.00 as specified for PCB-containing mixtures in subheading note 3.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If as component of dismantled electrical apparatus
Used electrical equipment parts classified in Chapter 85 by function
If also containing polybrominated compounds
Dual halogenation requires different subheading within note 3
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use secondary containment during transport; provide transformer decommissioning records; ensure PCB levels documented per 40 CFR 761.60
Related Products under HTS 3824.82.10.00
Aroclor 1260 PCB Transformer Oil Mixture
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.
Kanechlor KC-600 PCB Dielectric Fluid
Kanechlor KC-600 is a Japanese-manufactured PCB congener mixture (hexa-deca chlorinated biphenyls) used in capacitors and electrical equipment. Classified under 3824.82.10.00 as a chlorinated PCB preparation without other halogens, per subheading note 3.
Clophen A60 PCB Hydraulic Fluid Preparation
Clophen A60, a 60% chlorinated biphenyl mixture, was used in hydraulic systems and heat transfer applications. This preparation is chlorinated only and contains PCBs as specified in subheading note 3, making it classifiable under 3824.82.10.00.
Phenoclor DP6 PCB Paint Additive Mixture
Phenoclor DP6 PCB mixture used as a plasticizer and fire retardant in paints and coatings. Contains only chlorinated biphenyls without other halogens, classified under 3824.82.10.00 per subheading note 3 requirements.
PCB-153 Technical Grade Contaminated Solvent
Technical grade preparation contaminated with hexachlorobiphenyl (PCB-153) congener, used in solvent recovery operations. Chlorinated PCB content qualifies under subheading note 3 for 3824.82.10.00 classification.
Sovol PCB Heat Transfer Fluid
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