Graphitized Carbon Black from Germany

Carbon black heat-treated to develop partial graphitic structure, used in lubricants. Borderline HTS 2803.00.0050 if primarily amorphous, but requires analysis. Chapter 28 notes exclude full graphite.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Raman spectroscopy proving <10% graphitic content critical

Layer spacing (d002) measurements confirm amorphous nature

Avoid high-temperature treatment declarations triggering 3801

Graphitized Carbon Black from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2803.00.00.50