Industrial Retort Carbon
Industrial retort carbon is a specialized high-fixed-carbon material produced from coal in retorts, used in silicon carbide production. It has low ash and volatile content, making it ideal for high-temperature processes. This product is explicitly classified under 2704.00.00 as retort carbon.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is carbon black
Carbon black is classified under heading 2803.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing high fixed carbon and low impurities to support the retort carbon classification
• Confirm the end-use (e.g
• silicon carbide production) to facilitate CBSA review
• Keep records of the production process to verify it is retort carbon, not other forms
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