Silicon-Graphite Composite Anode Paste
A semi-manufactured paste composed of artificial graphite and silicon nanoparticles designed as active anode material for lithium-ion batteries. It falls under HTS 3801.90.00.10 due to its graphite base with silicon content in paste form, used in battery electrode production. This classification applies to preparations based on graphite containing silicon for anode applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 4.9% | +35.0% | 39.9% |
| š²š½Mexico | 4.9% | +10.0% | 14.9% |
| šØš¦Canada | 4.9% | +10.0% | 14.9% |
| š©šŖGermany | 4.9% | +10.0% | 14.9% |
| šÆšµJapan | 4.9% | +10.0% | 14.9% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fully assembled into battery electrodes
Completed battery parts like anodes shift to Chapter 85 as electrical machinery components rather than graphite preparations.
If chemically defined as a prepared binder mixture
Mixtures with significant polymer binders may classify under chemical preparations instead of graphite-based semi-manufactures.
If containing petroleum pitch binders
Petroleum-derived carbon preparations exceed graphite purity threshold and fall under mineral oils heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify silicon content via lab analysis to confirm classification under 3801.90.00.10; misclassification as pure graphite risks penalties
ā¢ Include detailed chemical composition and battery end-use declarations in import documentation for CBP review
ā¢ Ensure MSDS sheets accompany shipments due to handling hazards of fine graphite-silicon powders
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Nano-Silicon Graphite Anode Plates
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Silicon-Enhanced Graphite Anode Slurry
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High-Capacity Silicon-Graphite Anode Sheets
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.
LFP Battery Silicon Anode Material Blocks
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EV-Grade Silicon Graphite Paste
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