RP Graphite Electrode 300mm Diameter from China
Regular Power (RP) graphite electrode of 300 mm diameter for use in submerged arc furnaces and ladle furnaces. Provides stable arc and good thermal conductivity. HTS 8545.11.0010 applies to its graphite material and furnace electrode function under 425 mm size limit.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label clearly with RP grade, dimensions, and batch number for traceability in furnace operations
• Avoid misdeclaration as battery carbon which has different tariff treatment
• Test for apparent density compliance as low density may indicate improper classification