Tesla Model 3 Lead-Acid 12V Auxiliary Battery from China

This is a lead-acid storage battery designed as the 12V auxiliary battery for Tesla Model 3 electric vehicles, providing power for lighting, accessories, and low-voltage systems. It falls under HTS 8507.20.80.10 as a lead-acid battery of a kind described in subheading 9903.45.25, which covers certain automotive batteries subject to additional duties. The battery is rectangular, sealed, and optimized for automotive start-stop and auxiliary functions.

Duty Rate — China → United States

38.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify battery specifications match 9903.45.25 criteria via manufacturer datasheet to avoid reclassification

Include MSDS, UN38.3 test reports, and automotive certification for hazardous goods declaration

Watch for Section 301 tariffs; apply for exclusions if eligible to reduce additional duties