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Artificial Graphite Conductive Paste from Japan

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.

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

• Provide certificates of analysis confirming artificial graphite purity and paste consistency to distinguish from powders

• Ensure labeling specifies 'semi-manufacture' to prevent classification as finished conductive grease under 3824