Carbon Block Electrodes for Aluminum Smelting from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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)