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Carbon Paste for Mold Release from Canada

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.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

14.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify carbon/graphite base in SDS; generic 'mold release' leads to 3403 misclassification

• Industrial bulk only; aerosol retail versions go to 3403

• Test for VOC content for environmental compliance declarations

Carbon Paste for Mold Release from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3801.90.00