Sony NiMH AA Sealed Rechargeable Battery from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
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 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