Panasonic CR2 Lithium 3V Camera Battery from China
Cylindrical 3V lithium battery for high-performance cameras and medical devices. Falls under HTS 8506.50.00 as a primary cell leveraging lithium for extended runtime and cold-weather operation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test for state of charge; cells over 30% charged may face stricter air transport limits
• Use insulated separators in multi-cell packs to prevent dangerous short circuits
• Document OEM approvals for automotive/medical uses to support valuation claims