Graphite Rod Electrodes for EDM Machines from China
Precision-machined graphite rods serving as electrodes in electrical discharge machining (EDM) for shaping hard metals. Falls under HTS 8545.19.40.00 as other graphite electrodes used directly for electrical erosion processes.
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
• Document EDM-specific dimensions and conductivity to distinguish from general graphite rods
• Use clear labeling as 'electrical discharge electrodes' on packaging and manifests
• Avoid bundling with non-electrical tools, as sets may trigger different machinery headings