Graphite Paste Carrier Block from Japan
Artificial graphite blocks serving as carriers for paste formulations in carbon brush manufacturing. HTS 3801.10.50 includes these semi-manufactures used in electrical carbon product production.
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
• Specify block porosity designed for paste absorption
• Avoid classification as finished brushes under Chapter 85
• Maintain mixing process documentation for CBP audits