GM Silverado Heavy-Duty Lead-Acid Starter Battery Group 65

A Group 65 lead-acid battery serving as the primary starter battery for GM Silverado heavy-duty trucks, delivering high cranking amps for engine starting. Classified under HTS 8507.20.80.10 due to its design for automotive applications as described in subheading 9903.45.25. It features flooded electrolyte and robust construction for truck demands.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+35.0%38.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8507.20Same rate: 38.5%

If designed for marine propulsion or boat starting

Lead-acid batteries specifically for marine use classify separately from automotive under 8507.20.00.

8548.00.00.00Lower: 35% vs 38.5%

If electrical parts of machinery, not standalone battery

Assemblies incorporating batteries as integral parts may fall under 8548 for waste/parts of machines.

8507.60Lower: 28.4% vs 38.5%

If lithium-ion primary cells, not lead-acid

Material change to lithium shifts classification to 8507.60, excluding lead-acid storage batteries.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label batteries with UN number (2800) and proper shipping name for DOT hazardous materials compliance

Provide country-of-melt documentation for lead content to meet CBP steel/aluminum derivative rules

Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring weight; spill-proof packaging prevents damage claims

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