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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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