PCB Fluorescent Light Ballast Assemblies from Japan
Old magnetic fluorescent lamp ballasts containing PCBs in capacitors. Classified under HTS 8549.31.00.00 for electrical components with polychlorinated biphenyls. Removed from commercial buildings for recycling.
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
• Test capacitors individually for >500 ppm PCBs; file TSCA Form A; incinerate or landfill per EPA guidelines