Lead Plate for Battery Grids

Flat lead plates cut and formed into grids for lead-acid battery production. Falls under HTS 7804.19.00.00 as other lead plates not rolled, part of plates, sheets, strip, and foil category. Pure lead composition avoids alloy definition.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3%+35.0%38%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3%+10.0%13%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3%+10.0%13%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3%+10.0%13%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

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

8507.90.80.00Higher: 53.4% vs 38%

If already assembled into complete battery parts

Finished lead-acid battery parts classify under Chapter 85, not raw lead plates.

7801.91.00.00Lower: 37.5% vs 38%

If unwrought refined lead

Unwrought lead in blocks or pigs precedes processed plates under heading 7801.

7804.11.00.00Lower: 37.2% vs 38%

If rolled into specific plate thickness

Rolled lead plates have a dedicated subheading separate from unrolled 'other' plates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide battery manufacturer end-use letters to support classification and potential duty relief programs

β€’ Adhere to DOT hazardous material shipping rules for lead plates; include safety data sheets