2803.00.00.50/Graphitized Carbon Black/Japan

Graphitized Carbon Black from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Raman spectroscopy proving <10% graphitic content critical

• Layer spacing (d002) measurements confirm amorphous nature

• Avoid high-temperature treatment declarations triggering 3801