Graphite Plate for Fuel Cell Manufacturing from Japan
Thin artificial graphite plates serving as bipolar plates in fuel cell production, in semi-manufactured plate form. Classified HTS 3801.90.00 as graphite-based semi-manufactures. Enables electrical conductivity and gas separation in hydrogen fuel cells.
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
• Certify plate porosity and conductivity specs to confirm semi-manufacture before cell assembly
• Declare as 'not for retail'; bulk shipments avoid parts classification