Expandabond Graphite Flakes for Gaskets from China
Acid-intercalated expandable graphite flakes that expand when heated, used in gasket production. Still natural graphite flakes under HTS 2504.10.5000 as the intercalation doesn't constitute chemical transformation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.91.0625%Effective with respect to entries on or after January 1, 2026, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (g) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document intercalation process to prove retains natural graphite tariff; handle as hazardous if sulfuric acid residue present; specify expansion ratio specs