Acetylene Black Carbon Black from Japan
Acetylene black is produced by thermal decomposition of acetylene gas, creating high-purity carbon black with excellent electrical conductivity. It is classified under HTS 2803.00.0010 as a form of carbon black, primarily used in dry cell batteries and conductive polymers. Its unique chain-like structure provides superior performance in electrical applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include production process documentation proving acetylene decomposition to validate as pure carbon black under Chapter 28
• Electrical resistivity test results help CBP confirm battery-grade purity vs. pigment grades
• Avoid packaging with conductive additives; pure form only qualifies for 2803