Showa Denko UHP Graphite Electrode RP 500mm

Regular Power (RP) grade graphite electrode, 500mm diameter x 1800-2400mm length, with 4TPL threaded nipple for EAF steelmaking. Provides stable arc performance with current load capacity of 22,000-28,000A. Meets HTS 8545.11.00 criteria for furnace electrodes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

6806.20.00Same rate: 35%

If machined carbon blocks or shapes not designed as electrodes

Furnace lining carbon blocks or machined shapes without electrical terminals classified as worked carbon articles.

3813.00Lower: 13.7% vs 35%

If preparations/consumables containing graphite electrodes

Graphite mixtures/pastes for electrode repair classified under preparations of graphite, not finished electrodes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare specific power grade (RP/HP/UHP) and current-carrying capacity; mismatch leads to incorrect duty assessment

• Include baking/ graphitization process certificates proving >99% carbon purity required for furnace electrodes

• Avoid classifying replacement nipples separately (8548.90); import as electrode sets when shipped assembled

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