3801.90.00/Carbon Paste for Mold Release/Mexico

Carbon Paste for Mold Release from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

14.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

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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