Group 65 Diesel Lead-Acid Cranking Battery from Japan
A heavy-duty 12-volt lead-acid battery in Group Size 65 designed for starting large diesel piston engines in trucks and RVs. It delivers over 900 CCA for cranking high-compression engines. Falls under HTS 8507.10.00 as it is optimized for starting piston 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
• Certify CCA rating and diesel engine compatibility to confirm starter classification
• Comply with DOT hazmat regulations (Class 8 corrosive) and include spill containment instructions
• Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring batteries are shipped upright and vented properly