Carbon (Including Carbon Black)

Carbon black — the dominant commercial form under this heading — is a critical reinforcing agent in tire and rubber manufacturing, and its trade is subject to antidumping and countervailing duty orders against several major producing countries. The US schedule divides the heading into carbon black (2803000010) and other forms of carbon not elsewhere specified (2803000050), the latter covering materials such as acetylene black and specialty carbons. Canada, India, and Mexico are the top three suppliers, with South Korea and Singapore also significant sources. Importers should verify the current status of any trade remedy orders applicable to the specific country of origin before entry.