Group 31 Interstate MTP-31 Battery from Japan
A heavy-duty lead-acid starting battery weighing 14.5 kg, designed for starting piston engines in trucks and commercial vehicles. Classified under HTS 8507.10.0060 because it exceeds 6 kg, operates at 12V, and is specifically for engine starting applications. Meets OEM specifications for high cranking amps in diesel engines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain UN38.3 certification for hazardous material shipping; ensure RoHS compliance and proper labeling of acid content; verify DOT hazardous material declarations to avoid customs delays