Graphite Mold for Continuous Metal Casting from China
High-purity graphite mold (hot-top and die) used in continuous casting of copper rod and billets from molten metal. Classified HTS 8480.49.00 as non-metal mold for primary metal production. Provides thermal shock resistance and non-wetting surface.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Certify graphite purity (>99.9%) and thermal conductivity grades for metal compatibility
• Include billet diameter specifications matching continuous casting line dimensions