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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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