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Zinc Battery Terminal

Cast zinc connectors designed to fit lead-acid battery posts in automotive applications. These terminals are valued for zinc's corrosion resistance and are classified as other articles of zinc since they are not covered by a more specific heading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3%β€”3%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3%β€”3%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States3%β€”3%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3%β€”3%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3%β€”3%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8538.90.10Lower: Free vs 3%

If the terminal includes insulating or connecting parts for electrical apparatus

Parts suitable for electrical connectors may fall under electrical machinery headings.

8708.99.99Higher: 6% vs 3%

If the terminal is a dedicated part of a motor vehicle

Vehicle-specific parts may be classified under motor vehicle parts.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure the terminals are made of zinc or zinc alloy and do not contain electrical components that could shift classification

β€’ Declare the product as 'other articles of zinc' under 7907.00.99

β€’ Keep supplier documentation on material composition ready for CBSA verification