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High-Capacity Silicon-Graphite Anode Sheets from Japan

Flexible sheets of calendered artificial graphite containing 10% silicon for lithium-ion battery anodes. HTS 3801.90.00.10 applies to these semi-manufactured carbon preparations with silicon active material. Optimized for fast-charging EV applications.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Distinguish from finished electrodes by absence of metal foils; document as 'bare active material sheets'

• Check for Section 301 tariffs on Chinese-origin battery materials; consider country-of-melt certifications

• Ensure packaging prevents sheet delamination during transit; use rigid containers for flat goods