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Group 34 Passenger Vehicle Lead-Acid Starter Battery

Standard 12-volt lead-acid battery in Group 34 size for starting piston engines in compact cars and hybrids. Offers 600-800 CCA with flooded electrolyte design. Classified in 8507.10.00 for its primary starting purpose.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+50.0%53.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+25.0%28.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+25.0%28.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8507.60.00Lower: 53.4% vs 53.5%

If constructed with nickel-metal hydride chemistry

NiMH accumulators for hybrid starters fall under other electric storage types.

8504.40.95Lower: 35% vs 53.5%

If used in industrial static converters rather than engines

Batteries paired with converters may classify as power supply components.

8507.90Lower: 13.4% vs 53.5%

If imported in bulk without terminals or casing

Unassembled battery components are parts, not complete storage batteries.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document BCI Group Size and CCA specs to prove starter classification

• Ensure proper recycling symbol and state-of-charge labeling per EPA rules

• Prevent delays by pre-clearing hazmat declarations with carriers

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