Panasonic NiCd C Rechargeable Battery Pack from Germany
A 4-cell NiCd battery pack in C-size configuration delivering 4.8V and 4000mAh, used in cordless power tools and emergency lighting. Classified under HTS 8507.30.80.90 as other nickel-cadmium storage batteries, rectangular form without specific exclusions. The pack includes built-in protection circuitry but remains a complete NiCd storage unit.
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
• Obtain UN38.3 test reports for lithium-free but hazardous NiCd batteries to pass air/sea freight regulations
• Declare exact cell count and voltage to prevent undervaluation penalties
• Avoid importing discharged cells, as spent batteries may require 8549 classification