quick overview of basic knowledge on graphite electrode exports and tips for obtaining dual-use licenses

A quick overview of basic knowledge on graphite electrode exports and tips for obtaining dual-use licenses

Graphite electrodes are electrodes made of graphite as the main material. Because of the many excellent properties of graphite, it has been widely used in metallurgy, machinery, electrical, chemical, textile, defense and other industrial sectors

I. Graphite electrode small label

HS code: starting with 8545

Classification: Carbon electrodes, carbon brushes, lamp carbon rods, battery carbon rods and other graphite or carbon products for electrical equipment, regardless of whether they contain metal.

II. Export market analysis

The main markets for my country's exports of graphite electrodes are mainly Malaysia, Russia, Germany, Turkey and other countries. The countries to which China has long exported graphite electrodes include the United States, Malaysia, Russia, Germany, Taiwan, Turkey, Italy, Japan and other countries.

There is no need to declare inspection for the export of graphite electrodes, and there is no restriction on the export of graphite electrodes in my country. It is only restricted by the United Nations' sanctions on the export of graphite electrodes.

III. Export process

1. Signing a trade contract

2. Applying for a dual-use item export license

3. Booking agent

4. Export customs declaration

5. Goods arrive at the destination port, and foreign customers clear customs and pick up the goods

IV. How to apply for dual-use item and technology import and export licenses?

1. Local handling: The handling of dual-use item and technology export licenses follows the principle of local management and must be handled at the Department of Commerce where the company is located.

2. Application materials: Application form for sensitive items and technology export business registration of the People's Republic of China, copy of corporate business license, copy of foreign trade operator registration certificate.

3. Query approval progress and approval results through business applications