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Cermet Welding Electrode

Composite electrodes with cermet core for hardfacing applications in welding, providing corrosion-resistant deposits. Falls under HTS 8113.00.00.00 as cermet articles due to the ceramic-metal matrix for wear-resistant surfacing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8311.10.00Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If designed solely as coated welding electrodes

Functional welding electrodes classify in Chapter 83 regardless of cermet, by use not material.

8311.90.00Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If welding rods without flux coating

Uncoated cermet rods for welding shift to other welding preparations in the same chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit welding wire specs confirming cermet composition over 1% ceramic phase

Label as 'cermet articles' on commercial invoice to avoid electrode tool headings

Check hazardous material declarations for fine powder content during transport