Graphite Ingot Molds for Aluminum Casting from Japan
High-purity graphite molds used in aluminum foundries to cast ingots from molten metal, offering excellent thermal resistance and non-wetting properties. These are precision-machined for specific ingot shapes in secondary aluminum production. Falls under HTS 8454.20.00 due to their role as ingot molds in metal foundries.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include foundry usage affidavits to distinguish from general graphite products under Chapter 68
• Ensure heat resistance specs are documented, as lower-grade graphite may classify elsewhere
• Comply with REACH or EPA regs for graphite impurities if destined for U.S. aluminum smelters