About HS Code 280300
This HS code covers various forms of elemental carbon, excluding diamonds (7102), natural graphite (2504), and activated carbon (3802.10). The primary product under this code is carbon black, a crucial material for reinforcing rubber products, especially tires, where it enhances strength and durability. It's also used as a pigment in inks, paints, and plastics, and as a conductive filler. Other forms include amorphous carbon, carbon nanotubes, and raw carbon fibers (before being processed into textile articles). Importers are typically manufacturing industries, particularly automotive, printing, and plastics sectors. Key trade considerations include particle size, surface area, and specific grades tailored for different applications, impacting performance and cost.
Products Under This Code
Carbon black (furnace black), channel black, lamp black, amorphous carbon, carbon nanotubes, carbon fibers (raw)
Real World Examples
Birla Carbon, Cabot Corporation Carbon Black, Orion Engineered Carbons, Continental Carbon
Common Misclassification
Frequently confused with activated carbon (3802.10) due to similar appearance, or natural graphite (2504.00), but this code is for other elemental carbon forms.
Products Classified Under 2803.00
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and the USA are major importers of carbon black, with Russia and the USA being key exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 280300?
HS code 280300 covers: Carbon; carbon blacks and other forms of carbon n.e.c.. This HS code covers various forms of elemental carbon, excluding diamonds (7102), natural graphite (2504), and activated carbon (3802.10). The primary product under this code is carbon black, a crucial material for reinforcing rubber products, especially tires, where it enhances strength and durability. It's also used as a pigment in inks, paints, and plastics, and as a conductive filler. Other forms include amorphous carbon, carbon nanotubes, and raw carbon fibers (before being processed into textile articles). Importers are typically manufacturing industries, particularly automotive, printing, and plastics sectors. Key trade considerations include particle size, surface area, and specific grades tailored for different applications, impacting performance and cost.
What products fall under HS code 280300?
Carbon black (furnace black), channel black, lamp black, amorphous carbon, carbon nanotubes, carbon fibers (raw)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 280300?
Frequently confused with activated carbon (3802.10) due to similar appearance, or natural graphite (2504.00), but this code is for other elemental carbon forms.
How is HS code 280300 structured?
HS code 280300 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (28) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.