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HS Code 8545.90 : Other

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for other is 8545.90. Under the 2026 Egypt (Customs Authority), the representative MFN general duty rate is 2% [Egyptian Customs Authority].

Chapter

Ch 85

Heading

8545

Subheading

8545.90

EG MFN Duty

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 85

Carbon electrodes, carbon brushes, lamp carbons, battery carbons and other articles of graphite or other carbon, with or without metal, of a kind used for electrical purposes

Heading 8545

8545

Carbon electrodes, carbon brushes, lamp carbons, battery carbons and other articles of graphite or other carbon, with or without metal, of a kind used for electrical purposes

Subheading .90

.90

Other

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Egypt (Egyptian Customs Authority)

8545.90

Representative MFN Duty Rate

Verified July 2026 · Egyptian Customs Source

MODULE 5: EGYPT IMPORT DUTY & VAT BREAKDOWN

Egyptian MFN Duty

Egyptian Tariff [Customs]

Value Added Tax (VAT)

14.00 %

CIF + Duty Base [VAT 14%]

De Minimis Threshold

EGP 1,000

Customs Limit

Notice: Egyptian customs entry, tariff classification, MFN duties, and 14% VAT are governed by the Egyptian Customs Authority. Always verify declarable lines with Egyptian Customs prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

AGENCY-CONDITIONAL (PGA)

FDA Prior Notice / USDA Phytosanitary Cert

Rule-derived from verified PGA flag: Mandatory prior notice filing and health certificate.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

ACE PGA Message-Set Flags: FCC (FCC): FCC Equipment Authorization Form 740 (RF Devices)

Official ACE program code: ACE/PGA [FDA 21 CFR 1.276].

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

7.5% – 25% Additional Duty (China Origin)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

Browse all preferential trade calculators & compliance tools in our Customs Tools Hub ↗.

Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Other

MODULE 11: Egyptian Customs Advance Ruling

Legally binding classification rulings issued by Egyptian Customs Authority for HS 8545.90.

Query official Egyptian Customs portal:

Search Egyptian Customs Portal for 8545.90 →

Egyptian Customs Declarable Lines (8545.90)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Egypt (Customs Authority): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 2%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Egyptian Customs Authority).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
8545.11	Subheading under Heading 8545	Compare Subheading 8545.11 →
8545.19	Subheading under Heading 8545	Compare Subheading 8545.19 →
8545.20	Subheading under Heading 8545	Compare Subheading 8545.20 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

Egyptian Customs Authority Portal ↗

Official Egyptian Customs tariff schedule, 14% VAT, and GAFTA/COMESA rules.

Egyptian Customs Advance Ruling System ↗

Egyptian Customs Authority advance classification rulings database.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Other?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Other is classified under HS 8545.90 (Heading 8545, Chapter 85). The representative EG MFN general duty rate is 2%.

How is HS 8545.90 distinguished within Heading 8545 (Carbon electrodes, carbon brushes, lamp carbons, battery carbons and other articles of graphite or other carbon, with or without metal, of a kind used for electrical purposes)?

Heading 8545 covers Carbon electrodes, carbon brushes, lamp carbons, battery carbons and other articles of graphite or other carbon, with or without metal, of a kind used for electrical purposes. Subheading 8545.90 specifically isolates Other. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 8545.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 8545.90?

Related subheadings under Heading 8545 include 8545.11, 8545.19, 8545.20. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Other?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 8545.90 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Other?

Commercial shipments of Other with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 8545.90?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 8545.90 in Egypt?

Commercial imports of Other under HS 8545.90 into Egypt are subject to 14% VAT, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Egypt?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Egypt is EGP 1,000. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Egypt?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and Egyptian Customs Advance Ruling System for HS 8545.90 are administered by Egyptian Customs Authority.

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