HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8545.19 – Carbon electrodes; with or without metal, of a kind used for other than furnaces
HS code 8545.19 is the 6-digit subheading for carbon electrodes, with or without metal, of a kind used for other than furnaces. It is used for carbon welding electrodes, electrolytic cell electrodes, battery carbon electrodes, EDM graphite electrodes and spectroscopic carbon electrodes.
What HS 8545.19 covers
This category encompasses a diverse range of carbon electrodes used in applications beyond high-temperature furnaces, playing a vital role in various electrochemical and industrial processes. These electrodes are essential for electrolysis, electroplating, battery manufacturing, and specialized welding, among others. Importers include countries with significant chemical industries, battery production facilities, or advanced manufacturing sectors requiring precise electrical discharge machining. Examples include South Korea, Germany, and the USA, which have strong electronics and automotive battery industries. Exporters are typically nations with specialized carbon material expertise and manufacturing capabilities, such as China, Japan, and Germany. Key aspects of trade involve the specific material composition (e.g., graphite, amorphous carbon), purity levels, and geometric precision, as these factors directly influence performance in sensitive applications like fuel cells or medical device manufacturing. The market is driven by technological advancements in energy storage and specialized industrial processes.
- Covers
- Carbon welding electrodes
- Electrolytic cell electrodes
- Battery carbon electrodes
- EDM graphite electrodes
- Spectroscopic carbon electrodes
- Fuel cell electrodes
- Anodes for aluminum electrolysis
- Examples
- Lincoln Electric Carbon Arc Gouging Electrodes
- Panasonic EV Battery Anodes
- SGL Carbon Fuel Cell Components
- POCO Graphite EDM Electrodes
Codes often confused with 8545.19
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 854511, which is specifically for furnace electrodes; the key differentiator is the intended application, with 854519 covering all non-furnace uses.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 854519, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 854519 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 75% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 15% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.1B 75% of world exports
- 2 Poland $166M 5.9% of world exports
- 3 Norway $157M 5.6% of world exports
World total: $2.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Canada $344M 15% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $334M 14% of world imports
- 3 Norway $305M 13% of world imports
World total: $2.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 8545.19 3
Brazil splits HS 8545.19 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8545.19.10 Graphite electrodes, 99.9% carbon or moreDe grafita, com um teor de carbono igual ou superior a 99,9 %, em peso
- 8545.19.20 Graphite cathode blocks for electrolytic cellsBlocos de grafite, do tipo utilizado como cátodos em cubas eletrolíticas
- 8545.19.90 Other carbon electrodes, not for furnacesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.45 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8545.19
What is HS code 854519?
HS code 854519 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Carbon electrodes; with or without metal, of a kind used for other than furnaces. This category encompasses a diverse range of carbon electrodes used in applications beyond high-temperature furnaces, playing a vital role in various electrochemical and industrial processes. These electrodes are essential for electrolysis, electroplating, battery manufacturing, and specialized welding, among others. Importers include countries with significant chemical industries, battery production facilities, or advanced manufacturing sectors requiring precise electrical discharge machining. Examples include South Korea, Germany, and the USA, which have strong electronics and automotive battery industries. Exporters are typically nations with specialized carbon material expertise and manufacturing capabilities, such as China, Japan, and Germany. Key aspects of trade involve the specific material composition (e.g., graphite, amorphous carbon), purity levels, and geometric precision, as these factors directly influence performance in sensitive applications like fuel cells or medical device manufacturing. The market is driven by technological advancements in energy storage and specialized industrial processes.
What products fall under HS code 854519?
Carbon welding electrodes, Electrolytic cell electrodes, Battery carbon electrodes, EDM graphite electrodes, Spectroscopic carbon electrodes, Fuel cell electrodes, Anodes for aluminum electrolysis
What are common misclassifications for HS code 854519?
This code is often confused with 854511, which is specifically for furnace electrodes; the key differentiator is the intended application, with 854519 covering all non-furnace uses.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 854519?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 854519 in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.1B, 75% of world exports), Poland ($166M) and Norway ($157M). World exports came to about $2.8B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 854519?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 854519 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($344M, 15% of world imports), Indonesia ($334M) and Norway ($305M). World imports came to about $2.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 854519 structured?
HS code 854519 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (45) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 854519?
Brazil splits HS code 854519 into 3 NCM codes: 8545.19.10 (Graphite electrodes, 99.9% carbon or more), 8545.19.20 (Graphite cathode blocks for electrolytic cells), 8545.19.90 (Other carbon electrodes, not for furnaces). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.