Sponge Coke Petroleum Residue from China
Sponge coke is a not calcined petroleum coke with a porous, sponge-like appearance from fluid or delayed coking processes. Used as carburizer in steelmaking or fuel. HTS 2713.11.00.00 for uncalcined 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)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm density and porosity via lab tests to differentiate from needle coke
• Declare as UN 1361 for transport; ensure proper ventilation in containers
• Check for anti-dumping duties from specific origins like Mexico or India