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Graphite Seals for Electrical Slip Ring Assemblies from China

Self-lubricating graphite sealing rings used in high-speed electrical slip ring assemblies to prevent contamination while maintaining electrical brush contact. Classified under HTS 8545.90.40.00 for carbon articles in electrical applications.

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 slip ring RPM capability and sealing pressure ratings

Verify graphite lubricity properties through coefficient of friction testing

Specify electrical isolation properties for high-voltage applications