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PCB-Contaminated Transformer Assemblies from Japan

End-of-life electrical transformers from industrial equipment leaking polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in dielectric fluid. HTS 8549.31.00.00 covers 'electrical or electronic components containing PCBs' in waste assemblies. Units exceed 50 ppm PCB threshold for hazardous classification.

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

Provide PCB concentration test results from EPA Method 8082; use TSCA import certification; transport under UN 2315 as PCB liquids

PCB-Contaminated Transformer Assemblies from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8549.31.00.00