Graphitized Carbon Black Powder from Mexico
Graphitized carbon black undergoes heat treatment to develop partial graphitic structure while remaining primarily amorphous carbon. Classified in HTS 2803.00.00 as other forms of carbon, excluding artificial graphite, for use in specialty rubbers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• XRD analysis required to prove amorphous structure vs. graphite (3801)
• Declare graphitization temperature (<2500°C) to stay in 2803
• Monitor for exclusion under chapter note (h) if containing precious metals