Vulcanized Fiber Battery End Plates from China
Rigid noncellular plates of vulcanized fiber used as end insulators in lead-acid batteries. The material's mechanical strength and acid resistance suit it for this application without reinforcement. HTS 3920.79.05.00 covers these as other plates of vulcanized fiber, a cellulose derivative.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Supply battery manufacturer specs confirming vulcanized fiber's chemical derivative status per chapter notes
• Check for special rates under US notes if dimensions ≤38.1 cm x 45.7 cm for heading 3921 benefits