Calcined Petroleum Coke Feedstock from China
This not calcined petroleum coke serves as feedstock for producing calcined coke used in graphite and carbon manufacturing. Sourced from refinery cokers, it's characterized by its sponge-like structure before any heat treatment. HTS 2713.11.00.00 applies to this unprocessed form.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
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
• Submit proximate analysis reports confirming 'not calcined' status with low fixed carbon
• For bulk imports, ensure vessel holds are certified free of prior coal cargoes to avoid contamination claims
• Track country-of-origin rules as certain suppliers qualify for GSP duty reductions