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Artificial graphite; colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite; preparations based on graphite or other carbon in the form of pastes, blocks, plates or other semimanufactures: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 3801.90.00
Colloidal Graphite Lubricant Paste
A semi-colloidal graphite-based paste used as a high-temperature lubricant for industrial machinery and locks. It falls under HTS 3801.90.00 as a preparation based on colloidal graphite in paste form, not further processed into finished articles. The product provides dry lubrication properties essential for metal-to-metal applications.
Graphite Block for EDM Electrodes
Semi-manufactured artificial graphite blocks used in electrical discharge machining (EDM) to form custom electrodes. Falls under HTS 3801.90.00 as 'other' preparations in block form based on graphite. These blocks are machined into precise shapes for mold making.
Semi-Colloidal Graphite Anti-Seize Compound
A graphite-based semi-colloidal compound preventing seizing on bolts and fasteners in high-heat environments. HTS 3801.90.00 covers this as a preparation in paste-like semi-manufacture form. Used in automotive and aerospace assembly.
Carbon Paste for Mold Release
Paste preparation based on graphite or carbon used as mold release agent in foundries and plastics molding. Under HTS 3801.90.00 as other carbon-based pastes in semi-manufacture. Prevents sticking during high-temperature casting.
Graphite Semi-Manufactured Rods
Artificial graphite rods in semi-processed form for cutting into brushes or electrodes. HTS 3801.90.00 as other graphite preparations not fully manufactured. Common in electrical and metallurgical applications.
Colloidal Graphite Drawing Lubricant
Water-based colloidal graphite suspension for wire drawing and metal forming lubrication. Classifies under HTS 3801.90.00 as semi-colloidal graphite preparation. Reduces friction in cold drawing processes.
Graphite-Based Battery Paste
Artificial graphite paste used in lithium-ion battery anode preparation. HTS 3801.90.00 for semi-manufactured carbon pastes. Mixed with binders for electrode coating.
Semi-Colloidal Graphite Heat Sink Compound
Graphite compound filling gaps between CPUs and heatsinks for thermal transfer. Under 3801.90.00 as paste preparation.
Carbon Block Seals Preform
Graphite-carbon blocks shaped for mechanical seal manufacturing. HTS 3801.90.00 semi-manufactures.
Graphite Powder Paste Mixture
Paste from graphite powder for industrial applications. 3801.90.00.
Forging Graphite Lubricant Block
Graphite blocks for hot forging dies. 3801.90.00.
Electrode Graphite Plate Stock
Plate stock for custom electrodes. 3801.90.00.
Carbon Paste for Metallurgy
Paste for metallurgical processes. 3801.90.00.
Artificial Graphite Conductive Paste
A paste made from artificial graphite used in electronics manufacturing for thermal interface materials and conductive coatings. Classified under HTS 3801.90.00 as a semi-manufactured preparation based on artificial graphite in paste form. It enables heat dissipation in batteries and circuit boards.
Graphite Plate for Fuel Cell Manufacturing
Thin artificial graphite plates serving as bipolar plates in fuel cell production, in semi-manufactured plate form. Classified HTS 3801.90.00 as graphite-based semi-manufactures. Enables electrical conductivity and gas separation in hydrogen fuel cells.