Carbon Block Electrodes for Aluminum Smelting from Canada
Large prebaked carbon blocks serving as anodes in Hall-Héroult electrolytic cells for primary aluminum production, conducting massive electrical currents through the electrolyte. This industrial product is classified under HTS 8545.90.40.00.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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 smelter cell design specs and expected anode consumption rates
• Certify carbon block density (>1.55 g/cm³ typical) and ash content for classification
• Arrange heavy-duty shipping certifications due to electrode size/weight (tons)