Calcined Petroleum Needle Coke from Japan
Premium calcined needle coke with elongated needle-like structure, ideal for graphite electrode production in steelmaking. It qualifies for HTS 2713.12.00.00 as calcined petroleum coke residue despite its specialized morphology.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
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
• Needle coke requires specific particle size distribution certification for electrode manufacturing specs
• Import documentation must specify petroleum origin to differentiate from coal-based needle coke
• High-value product; ensure insurance covers contamination risks during ocean bulk transport