Molydag Colloidal Graphite Mold Release from China
Molydag combines colloidal graphite with molybdenum disulfide in aerosol form for heavy-duty mold release in die casting. HTS 3801.20.00.00 covers the dominant colloidal graphite component despite additives. Extends die life in aluminum and zinc casting operations.
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
• Aerosol classification requires DOT 2.1 shipping papers; disclose all solid contents for CBP review; test graphite percentage to maintain 3801.20 primacy over 3403 lubricants