AiSHi (Hunan Aihua Group) Added to U.S. UFLPA Entity List: What It Means for Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor Buyers

2026-08-14

Hunan Aihua Group Co., Ltd., also known as Aihua Group or AiSHi, was added to the U.S. Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List on August 3, 2026.For U.S. importers, distributors, EMS providers and OEMs sourcing AiSHi aluminum electrolytic capacitors, the development may require an immediate review of purchasing, import compliance and second-source strategies.

Hongda Capacitors, an independent capacitor manufacturer, provides SMD, polymer and radial aluminum electrolytic capacitor solutions that can be evaluated as alternative sources where customers need to reduce supply-chain dependence or qualify additional suppliers.

What Happened to AiSHi / Hunan Aihua Group?

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security added Hunan Aihua Group Co., Ltd., also known as Aihua Group and AiSHi, to the UFLPA Entity List in August 2026.

Hunan Aihua Group is known as a manufacturer of aluminum electrolytic capacitors and related electronic components.

Being included on the UFLPA Entity List is significant for companies importing goods into the United States because goods produced by listed entities are subject to the enforcement framework established under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act.

For capacitor buyers, the practical issue is therefore not simply product specification—it is also supply continuity, import compliance and second-source qualification.

What Does the UFLPA Listing Mean for U.S. Capacitor Buyers?

Companies that currently source AiSHi capacitors for U.S.-bound products should review the impact with their own customs, compliance and legal teams.

Potential considerations include:

  • Whether existing purchase orders are affected

  • Whether U.S.-bound shipments require additional review

  • Whether alternative capacitor manufacturers should be qualified

  • Whether current BOMs rely on a single capacitor supplier

  • Whether long-term production programs need a second source

  • Whether substitute components meet all electrical and mechanical requirements

  • Importers should confirm the current status of individual shipments and products through the appropriate U.S. authorities or qualified compliance professionals.

Why Second-Source Qualification Matters

Electronic component supply chains can be disrupted for many reasons, including:

  • Regulatory changes

  • Export or import restrictions

  • Extended lead times

  • Capacity allocation

  • Raw-material shortages

  • Manufacturer discontinuations

  • Logistics disruptions

For OEM and EMS programs, relying on only one approved capacitor manufacturer can create unnecessary production risk.

A qualified second-source aluminum electrolytic capacitor supplier can give purchasing and engineering teams additional flexibility when market conditions change.

However, capacitor substitution should not be based only on matching capacitance and voltage. Engineers should also compare:

  • Case dimensions

  • Mounting style

  • Rated voltage

  • Capacitance and tolerance

  • ESR / impedance

  • Ripple-current capability

  • Leakage current

  • Operating temperature

  • Load life

  • Reliability requirements

  • Application-specific qualification standards

Hongda Capacitors as an Alternative Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor Source

Hongda Capacitors has manufactured passive components since 1999 and supplies aluminum electrolytic capacitor solutions for industrial, power electronics, communication and other electronic applications.

For customers reviewing their AiSHi supply chain, Hongda can support cross-reference evaluation and alternative-source qualification across three major aluminum electrolytic capacitor categories:

 1. SMD Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

 2. Polymer Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

 3. Radial / Leaded Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

The objective is not to claim that every Hongda series is automatically interchangeable with every AiSHi part number. Instead, Hongda can review the original part specification and recommend a technically appropriate candidate for engineering qualification.

SMD Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor Alternatives

Hongda offers multiple SMD aluminum electrolytic capacitor series covering standard, low-impedance, long-life, low-leakage and high-temperature requirements.

Series	Main Feature	Temperature Range	Load Life	Voltage Range	Capacitance Range
HCS	Standard	-55°C to +85°C	2,000 h	4–450V	0.1–10,000μF
HFS	Miniature, extra-low impedance	-55°C to +105°C	2,000–5,000 h	6.3–50V	10–2,200μF
HCK	Standard	-55°C to +105°C	2,000 h	4–450V	0.1–8,200μF
HFZ	Low impedance, long life	-55°C to +105°C	2,000–6,000 h	6.3–100V	3.3–8,200μF
HLZ	Low impedance	-55°C to +105°C	1,000–2,000 h	6.3–50V	0.1–4,700μF
HKL	Low leakage current	-55°C to +105°C	3,000–5,000 h	6.3–100V	0.1–1,500μF
HKZ	Extremely low impedance	-55°C to +105°C	1,000–3,000 h	6.3–50V	4.7–4,700μF
HKH	High temperature	-40°C to +125°C	1,000–5,000 h	10–450V	3.3–4,700μF

These series give engineers a starting point when evaluating an AiSHi SMD aluminum electrolytic capacitor alternative.

Polymer Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor Alternatives

For applications requiring low ESR and compact size, Hongda also offers polymer aluminum electrolytic capacitor series.

Series	Main Feature	Temperature Range	Load Life	Voltage Range	Capacitance Range
HMB	Ultra-low ESR, high capacitance, SMD	-55°C to +105°C	2,000 h	2.5–25V	100–1,000μF
HPD19	Low ESR, laminated SMD	-55°C to +105°C	2,000 h	2–50V	8.2–560μF
HE2	Low ESR, high capacitance, radial	-55°C to +105°C	2,000 h	2.5–25V	68–1,500μF
HH2	High-voltage radial polymer	-55°C to +105°C	2,000 h	35–100V	10–470μF

Polymer capacitors are commonly selected where low ESR, ripple-current performance and compact power-delivery designs are important.

Radial Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor Alternatives

Hongda's radial capacitor range covers general-purpose, low-impedance, high-ripple, long-life and snap-in applications.

Series	Main Feature	Temperature Range	Load Life	Voltage Range	Capacitance Range
RGR	Standard	-40°C to +85°C	2,000 h	6.3–450V	0.1–33,000μF
RRL	Standard	-40°C to +105°C	2,000 h	6.3–450V	0.1–22,000μF
RGF	Low impedance, high ripple	-40°C to +105°C	1,000–4,000 h	400–500V	3.3–4,700μF
RGE	Low impedance, high ripple, long life	-40°C to +105°C	3,000–6,000 h	6.3–100V	15–3,900μF
RFZ	High voltage, long life	-40°C to +105°C	8,000–10,000 h	160–500V	1–220μF
RHP	Snap-in terminal	-40°C to +105°C	2,000 h	10–450V	47–56,000μF
RIP	Snap-in terminal	-40°C to +105°C	5,000 h	10–500V	56–47,000μF
RJP	Snap-in, long life	-40°C to +105°C	3,000 h	16–450V	68–47,000μF

Which AiSHi Capacitors Can Hongda Replace?

There is no responsible way to state that one complete product family automatically replaces another manufacturer's entire range.

The better approach is part-number-by-part-number cross-reference evaluation.

For an AiSHi capacitor replacement request, customers should provide:

  • AiSHi part number

  • Original datasheet

  • Rated voltage

  • Capacitance

  • Case size

  • Terminal or mounting style

  • ESR / impedance requirement

  • Ripple current

  • Operating temperature

  • Required load life

  • Annual quantity

  • Application

Hongda's engineering team can then identify the closest existing series or evaluate whether a customized capacitor is required.

Applications Supported by Hongda Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

Hongda aluminum electrolytic capacitor products cover applications including:

  • Switch-mode power supplies

  • Linear power supplies

  • LED lighting drivers

  • Industrial automation equipment

  • Motor drives and controllers

  • Telecommunications infrastructure

  • Networking equipment

  • Consumer electronics

  • Automotive electronics

  • Power conversion equipment

  •The correct series depends on voltage, capacitance, ESR, ripple-current, temperature and lifetime requirements.

What Should OEMs Do Now?

For organizations currently using AiSHi components in U.S.-bound products, a practical response is to review supply exposure before a shortage or customs problem affects production.

A useful process is:

Step 1 — Identify AiSHi Part Numbers

Review BOMs and purchasing records to determine which products currently use AiSHi capacitors.

Step 2 — Prioritize Critical Components

  • Focus first on components with:

  • High annual consumption

  • Limited existing inventory

  • Long lead times

  • No approved second source

  • Critical production impact

Step 3 — Collect Original Datasheets

Engineering teams need the original specifications to perform a meaningful cross-reference.

Step 4 — Identify Replacement Candidates

Compare potential alternatives on electrical, mechanical and reliability characteristics.

Step 5 — Complete Engineering Qualification

Samples should be tested under actual application requirements before mass-production substitution.

Why Work with Hongda Capacitors?

Customers evaluating alternative aluminum electrolytic capacitor sources can work directly with Hongda for:

  • Cross-reference support

  • BOM replacement analysis

  • SMD capacitor alternatives

  • Polymer capacitor alternatives

  • Radial capacitor alternatives

  • High-temperature capacitor solutions

  • Long-life capacitor solutions

  • Samples for qualification

  • Custom capacitor development

  • Long-term production support

Hongda Capacitors is an independent manufacturer and is not affiliated with Hunan Aihua Group or AiSHi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Was AiSHi / Hunan Aihua Group added to the U.S. UFLPA Entity List?

Yes. Hunan Aihua Group Co., Ltd., also known as Aihua Group and AiSHi, was added to the UFLPA Entity List in August 2026.

Does this mean every AiSHi capacitor is automatically banned from the United States?

Companies should not make that determination solely from a supplier news article. U.S. importers should review the UFLPA requirements and confirm the status of relevant goods and shipments with their customs, compliance or legal teams and the appropriate U.S. authorities.

Can Hongda Capacitors replace AiSHi aluminum electrolytic capacitors?

Hongda manufactures SMD, polymer and radial aluminum electrolytic capacitors across a broad range of voltage, capacitance, temperature and lifetime specifications. Individual AiSHi part numbers can be submitted for cross-reference evaluation, but final substitution should be confirmed through engineering qualification.

What information is needed for an AiSHi capacitor cross-reference?

The original AiSHi part number and datasheet are the most useful starting points. Voltage, capacitance, case dimensions, ESR, ripple current, operating temperature, lifetime and application requirements should also be provided.

Does Hongda provide samples for capacitor qualification?

Customers can contact Hongda with the target part number, specification and project requirements to discuss available samples and qualification support.

What types of aluminum electrolytic capacitors does Hongda manufacture?

Hongda's portfolio includes SMD aluminum electrolytic capacitors, polymer aluminum electrolytic capacitors and radial / leaded aluminum electrolytic capacitors, including low-impedance, long-life, high-temperature and high-voltage series.

Need an AiSHi Capacitor Alternative?

If your company currently uses AiSHi / Hunan Aihua aluminum electrolytic capacitors and needs to establish a qualified second source, send Hongda Capacitors your BOM or AiSHi part numbers for cross-reference evaluation.

Hongda can review the original specifications and recommend suitable SMD, polymer or radial aluminum electrolytic capacitor candidates for further engineering qualification.

Hongda Capacitors

Email: cherry@hongdacap.com.hk
Website: www.hongdacapacitors.com
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This article is provided for informational purposes based on publicly available regulatory information. Hongda Capacitors is an independent manufacturer and is not affiliated with Hunan Aihua Group / AiSHi. Importers should consult appropriate U.S. authorities or qualified compliance professionals regarding specific UFLPA obligations.