Silicon-Graphite Composite Anode Paste from Japan
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.
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
• Verify silicon content via lab analysis to confirm classification under 3801.90.00.10; misclassification as pure graphite risks penalties
• Include detailed chemical composition and battery end-use declarations in import documentation for CBP review
• Ensure MSDS sheets accompany shipments due to handling hazards of fine graphite-silicon powders