Graphite-Based Battery Paste from Japan
Artificial graphite paste used in lithium-ion battery anode preparation. HTS 3801.90.00 for semi-manufactured carbon pastes. Mixed with binders for electrode coating.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Purity specs for battery-grade graphite mandatory
• Avoid 3824 if graphite dominant