Graphite Plate for Fuel Cell Manufacturing from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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