Sony NiMH AA Sealed Rechargeable Battery from Germany
A sealed nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) AA battery designed for high-drain devices like digital cameras and toys. Classified under HTS 8507.30.80.10 as a sealed nickel-cadmium storage battery equivalent, featuring a leak-proof construction with no maintenance required. It undergoes over 1000 charge-discharge cycles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify battery chemistry certification (NiCd or NiMH) matches sealed requirements; provide MSDS sheets for customs
• Ensure UN38.3 transportation certification for lithium-free NiCd batteries to avoid shipping delays
• Label with capacity (mAh), voltage, and recycling instructions per EPA regulations