Tesla Model 3 Nickel-Cadmium EV Traction Battery Pack from China
High-capacity nickel-cadmium battery pack designed specifically as the primary power source for Tesla Model 3 electric vehicles (HTS 8703.40). It provides the main electrical propulsion energy for the vehicle's drivetrain. Classified under 8507.30.4000 due to its nickel-cadmium chemistry and role in powering electric cars.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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 chemistry certification as nickel-cadmium to avoid reclassification; ensure compliance with US DOT hazardous materials shipping regs for lithium alternatives; provide OEM vehicle compatibility docs to confirm primary power source status