Pentachlorobenzene Transformer Fluid Decontamination Prep from Japan
Chemical preparation for decontaminating electrical transformer fluids contaminated with pentachlorobenzene. Falls under HTS 3824.86.00.00 as specified in subheading note 3 for mixtures containing PeCB. Used in utility industry maintenance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Comply with EPA transformer registration requirements for POP decontamination
• Provide GC-MS analysis certificates verifying PeCB presence
• Avoid reclassification by distinguishing from general dielectric fluids