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U.S. imports of artificial graphite (HS 380110) totaled $45.4M in April 2026, traded with 22 countries.
Importers of Artificial Graphite paid $3.9M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $34.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Artificial Graphite imports of $45.4M in April 2026 ran 14% above the year-to-date monthly average of $39.8M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataArtificial graphite is a critical industrial material produced by high-temperature processing of carbon precursors, and its US tariff lines reflect distinct end-use forms: plates and similar shapes for electrical generators (3801101000), surface-molded spherical graphite (3801105010), and general artificial graphite (3801105090). Spherical artificial graphite is a key anode material in lithium-ion batteries, making this heading strategically significant for the EV and energy storage supply chain. China is a leading global producer and appears among the top US suppliers, which means certain imports may be subject to Section 301 tariffs. Indonesia also ranks as a top supplier, reflecting growing downstream processing capacity in Southeast Asia.
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Surface-molded spherical graphite (3801105010) refers specifically to graphite particles shaped into spheres through a surface-molding process, primarily used as anode active material in lithium-ion batteries. All other artificial graphite not meeting that specification or the electrical generator plate description falls under 3801105090. The distinction is commercially important because battery-grade spherical graphite commands a premium and may face different trade-remedy scrutiny.
Yes, artificial graphite originating from China is generally subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should verify the applicable tariff action and any product-specific exclusions with a licensed customs broker before entry, as the scope and rates of Section 301 measures can change.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3801105090 | ARTIFICIAL GRAPHITE, NESOI | $38.9M | 10.34% | $3.0M |
| 3801105010 | ARTFCIL GRPHITE, SURFACE-MOLDED SPHERICAL GRAPHITE | $4.7M | 13.70% | $643K |
| 3801101000 | ARTIFICIAL GRAPHITE PLATES ETC,FOR ELEC GENERATORS | $1.8M | 27.31% | $269K |
ARTIFICIAL GRAPHITE, NESOI
ARTFCIL GRPHITE, SURFACE-MOLDED SPHERICAL GRAPHITE
ARTIFICIAL GRAPHITE PLATES ETC,FOR ELEC GENERATORS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3801100000 | ARTIFICAL GRAPHITE | $10.3M |
ARTIFICAL GRAPHITE
1.5M kg
PRODUCTS AND RESIDUALS OF CHEMICAL INDUSTRY, NESOI
HS 382499
DIAGNOSTIC OR LABORATORY REAGENTS INCL KITS, NESOI
HS 382219
CHEM ELEM DOPED, USED IN ELECTRON, DISCS WAFERS ET
HS 381800
SUPPORTED CATALYSTS W PREC METAL/PREC MTL COMPND
HS 381512
SUPPORTED CATALYSTS, NESOI
HS 381519
ADDITIVE FOR LUB OIL CONT PETRO/BITUMINOUS MINOIL
HS 381121
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $19.8M | $369K | -$19.4M |
| Pennsylvania | $9.6M | $3.8M | -$5.8M |
| California | $6.1M | $58K | -$6.0M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWARK, NJ | $15.7M | $770K | -$15.0M |
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $7.9M | $403K | -$7.5M |
| CHESTER, PA | $5.9M | $1.0M | -$4.9M |