Battery Pack Tab Welder TWM-2000 from Japan
The TWM-2000 is a precision resistance welding machine designed for assembling lithium-ion battery packs by welding nickel tabs to battery cells. It operates by passing an electric current through the workpieces, generating heat at the contact point to create a strong metallurgical bond, which is characteristic of resistance welding. This machine falls under tariff item 8515.29.00 as it is a machine for resistance welding of metal, not elsewhere specified.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the machine is classified under 8515.29.00 as a resistance welding machine; provide a detailed description and technical specifications to the CBSA
• Verify if any electrical safety certifications (e.g
• CSA) are required for commercial use in Canada
• Keep records of the purchase price and shipping costs for accurate duty calculation