Graphite Block for EDM Electrodes from China
Semi-manufactured artificial graphite blocks used in electrical discharge machining (EDM) to form custom electrodes. Falls under HTS 3801.90.00 as 'other' preparations in block form based on graphite. These blocks are machined into precise shapes for mold making.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document block dimensions and graphite density to prove semi-manufactured status before electrode forming
• Avoid common error of declaring as finished electrodes (8486); include machining instructions
• Comply with REACH-like certifications for industrial graphite to facilitate customs clearance