Silicon Carbide Powder from Japan
High-purity silicon carbide (SiC) powder used in abrasives, refractories, and ceramics production. It falls under HTS 2849.90.50.00 as a chemically defined carbide, not silicon carbide in sintered form with metal (which would be cermets in Section XV). This subheading covers other carbides beyond specified exclusions like calcium carbide.
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%
Import Tips
• Verify purity and chemical definition per Chapter 28/29 notes to avoid misclassification as mixtures
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting carbide composition for customs clearance
• Ensure packaging complies with hazardous material regs if fine powder poses dust inhalation risks