8545.11.00.10 - Not exceeding 425 mm in diameter

This HTS category, 8545.11.00.10, specifically covers carbon electrodes designed for use in furnaces, with the defining characteristic of having a diameter not exceeding 425 millimeters. These electrodes are typically made from graphite or other carbon materials, and may be incorporated with metal components, serving a critical role in electrical furnace operations for various industrial processes. The primary function is to conduct electricity to generate heat within the furnace.

The distinction between this subcategory and its sibling, 8545.11.00.20, lies solely in the physical dimension of the diameter. While both are electrodes of a kind used for furnaces and are graphite-based, this classification is for those with diameters up to and including 425 mm, whereas the sibling covers those exceeding this measurement. This size differentiation is crucial for accurate customs classification and the application of relevant duties and regulations.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, classification into this code relies on the explicit adherence to the stated criteria: being a graphite electrode of a kind used for furnaces and having a diameter not exceeding 425 mm. Importers and exporters should ensure that their product meets all these specific requirements to ensure proper declaration.