Optima RedTop 12V Automotive Battery from Germany
A 12V lead-acid battery designed for automotive starting applications, featuring spiral cell technology for high cranking power. It falls under HTS 8507.20.80.41 as an other lead-acid storage battery specifically rated at 12 volts, excluding traction or submarine types. Common in car starters and high-performance vehicles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.5%
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
Import Tips
• Verify battery voltage is exactly 12V and confirm lead-acid chemistry via lab testing for accurate HTS classification
• Include Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for hazardous materials declaration and comply with DOT hazardous goods shipping rules
• Avoid common pitfalls like confusing with traction batteries (8507.20.00) by documenting end-use as automotive starting