VRLA Battery Recombination Plug
Catalyst plug for valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) batteries that recombines oxygen and hydrogen gases, reducing water loss. This plug is a part of electric accumulators, falling under tariff item 8507.90.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the plug is a catalyst preparation rather than a mechanical battery part
Catalysts of a kind used for chemical processes may be classified under heading 3815.
If the plug is made entirely of plastic and not identifiable as a battery part
Other plastic articles may be classified under Chapter 39 if not specifically designed for batteries.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the recombination plug is declared as a battery part, not as a general catalyst or plastic article, to avoid misclassification
• Have technical data showing its function in gas recombination within VRLA batteries
• Verify if the plug contains any precious metal catalysts that might affect classification or import restrictions
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