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U.S. imports of paper or plastic dielectric fixed capacitors (HS 853225) totaled $21.4M in April 2026, traded with 35 countries.
Importers of Paper or Plastic Dielectric Fixed Capacitors paid $2.4M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $15.4M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFixed capacitors using paper or plastic film as the dielectric are classified under this heading and subdivided primarily by AC voltage rating — from under 300 V through 1,000 V and above — as well as by lead type (leadless surface-mount, axial, or radial) and mounting method, yielding ten distinct 10-digit lines. Film capacitors in this heading are widely used in AC motor-run applications, power electronics, and EMI suppression circuits where the self-healing properties of plastic film dielectrics are valued. Japan leads US imports, followed by China and Mexico, and Chinese-origin goods carry Section 301 exposure that importers must factor into landed-cost calculations.
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Classification is based on the rated AC voltage as specified by the manufacturer, not the test or surge voltage. The lines under 853225 use thresholds of 300 V, 600 V, and 1,000 V AC. Importers should ensure the commercial invoice and packing list reference the rated AC voltage to avoid misclassification, particularly for capacitors near a threshold boundary.
Yes, and this is common for distributors importing mixed lots. Each distinct product — differentiated by voltage rating, lead type, or mounting method — must be declared under its correct 10-digit line on the entry. Grouping dissimilar capacitors under a single line to simplify entry is a classification error that can result in penalties or a CF-28 inquiry.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8532250080 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC PAPER OR PLASTIC, NES | $8.7M | 14.22% | $900K |
| 8532250020 | FIXED CAPACITORS,DIELECTRIC,AC,(300-600V) | $4.1M | 15.79% | $339K |
| 8532250040 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, AC, GT= 1000 V | $2.6M | 10.56% | $269K |
| 8532250010 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELEC PAPER/PLASTIC,AC LT 300V | $2.1M | 13.79% | $89K |
| 8532250030 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, AC,(600-1000V) | $1.6M | 26.72% | $386K |
| 8532250070 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, RADIAL LD, NESOI | $1.5M | 22.28% | $369K |
| 8532250055 | FIXED CAPACITORS, PAPER/ PLASTIC, LEADLESS, NESO, | $593K | 10.19% | $35K |
| 8532250045 | FXD CPCTRS, PAPER/PLASTIC, LEADLESS, SURFACE MNTG | $199K | 9.96% | $24K |
| 8532250060 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, AXIAL LDS, NESOI | $68K | 11.79% | $8K |
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC PAPER OR PLASTIC, NES
FIXED CAPACITORS,DIELECTRIC,AC,(300-600V)
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, AC, GT= 1000 V
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELEC PAPER/PLASTIC,AC LT 300V
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, AC,(600-1000V)
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, RADIAL LD, NESOI
FIXED CAPACITORS, PAPER/ PLASTIC, LEADLESS, NESO,
FXD CPCTRS, PAPER/PLASTIC, LEADLESS, SURFACE MNTG
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, AXIAL LDS, NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8532250080 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC PAPER OR PLASTIC, NES | $3.0M |
| 8532250070 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, RADIAL LD, NESOI | $722K |
| 8532250060 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, AXIAL LDS, NESOI | $465K |
| 8532250010 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELEC PAPER/PLASTIC,AC LT 300V | $446K |
| 8532250040 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, AC, GT= 1000 V | $391K |
| 8532250050 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, LEADLESS, NESOI | $313K |
| 8532250030 | FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, AC,(600-1000V) | $299K |
| 8532250020 | FIXED CAPACITORS,DIELECTRIC,AC,(300-600V) | $260K |
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC PAPER OR PLASTIC, NES
5.3M no
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, RADIAL LD, NESOI
1.3M no
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, AXIAL LDS, NESOI
52.2K no
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELEC PAPER/PLASTIC,AC LT 300V
334.8K no
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, AC, GT= 1000 V
323.0K no
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, LEADLESS, NESOI
639.1K no
FIXED CAPACITORS, DIELECTRIC, AC,(600-1000V)
1.1M no
FIXED CAPACITORS,DIELECTRIC,AC,(300-600V)
214.7K no
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HS 850440
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $5.8M | $1.1M | -$4.7M |
| Tennessee | $3.7M | $57K | -$3.7M |
| California | $2.6M | $453K | -$2.2M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $4.8M | -- | -$4.8M |
| HOUSTON, TX | $2.8M | -- | -$2.8M |
| SAVANNAH, GA | $2.4M | -- | -$2.4M |