Export Compliance Guide: Graphite & Carbon Components โ HS Codes, Restrictions & Documentation
Practical reference for procurement and logistics teams covering HS codes for graphite products, dual-use export control considerations, required documentation for customs clearance in 10+ key markets.
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Graphite and carbon components span multiple HS code chapters depending on form and purity. Misclassification leads to clearance delays, duty overpayments, and compliance exposure. This guide provides a practical reference for Expo's product range.
Key HS Codes โ Graphite Products
| Product Type | HS Code (India) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial graphite blocks/plates | 3801.10 | Artificial graphite |
| Machined graphite electrodes | 8545.11 | Carbon electrodes for EDM |
| Graphite heating elements | 8516.80 / 8543.70 | Electric heating elements |
| Carbon fiber insulation boards | 6815.10 | Articles of carbon/graphite |
| CFC machined components | 6815.10 | C/C composite articles |
| Graphite sealing rings | 8484.10 | Gaskets & sealing components |
| Graphite crucibles | 6903.10 | Retorts/crucibles of graphite |
Export Documentation Checklist
- Commercial Invoice with HS code, unit of measure, and country of origin
- Packing List with net/gross weight per carton
- Certificate of Origin (Form A for GSP countries)
- Material Test Certificate for semiconductor/nuclear grade materials
- SASO Certificate of Conformity (Saudi Arabia)
- FSSAI / BIS clearance not required for industrial graphite
Expo Export Track Record
Expo has successfully exported graphite components to 30+ countries across Europe, ASEAN, the Middle East, and North America. Our export team handles all documentation and customs coordination for DDP, CIF, and FOB shipments.
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