Graphite Crucible for Metal Casting from China
A high-purity artificial graphite crucible designed for melting and casting non-ferrous metals like gold and silver in jewelry manufacturing. It falls under HTS 3801.10.50 as 'other' artificial graphite in the form of blocks or semi-manufactures, not specified as powder or in plates. These crucibles provide excellent thermal conductivity and resistance to high temperatures.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify purity levels and provide certificates confirming artificial graphite composition to avoid reclassification as natural graphite
• Include end-use documentation if for industrial melting to distinguish from finished furnace parts under Chapter 84
• Check for anti-dumping duties on Chinese graphite products and ensure proper marking of country of origin