Graphite Carbon Paste for Fuel Cells

Paste formulation of artificial graphite and carbon for manufacturing fuel cell bipolar plates. HTS 3801.10.5050 applies to carbon-based pastes as semi-manufactures. Critical for clean energy technology production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3824Lower: 15% vs 35%

If chemical preparations for electronics

Specialized electronic chemical mixtures may classify under 3824 rather than pure graphite.

8501.31.60Higher: 37.4% vs 35%

If as fuel cell components

Finished fuel cell parts including graphite plates head to electric motors chapter.

3815.11.00Same rate: 35%

If catalyst-supported preparations

Supported catalysts containing graphite shift to heading 3815.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document electrochemical specifications; ensure no precious metal content for 3810 avoidance

Comply with REACH for EU re-export

Label viscosity and particle size distribution

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