Tesla Model 3 Lithium-Ion Traction Battery Pack from Canada
This high-capacity lithium-ion battery pack serves as the primary power source for the Tesla Model 3 electric sedan (HTS 8703.80). It consists of multiple pouch cells arranged in modules with integrated cooling and battery management systems, designed specifically for automotive propulsion. Classified under 8507.60.00.10 due to its role in providing motive power for electric vehicles.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
28.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.0525%Except for products described in headings 9903.94.06, 9903.94.32, 9903.94.33, 9903.94.42, 9903.94.43, 9903.94.44, 9903.94.45, 9903.94.52, 9903.94.53, 9903.94.54, 9903.94.55, 9903.94.62, 9903.94.63, 9903.94.66 and 9903.94.67, automobile parts, as provided for in subdivision (g) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify battery chemistry certification (UN38.3) and automotive safety standards like FMVSS for vehicle integration
• Include OEM specifications proving primary propulsion use for vehicles in 8703.40-8703.80 to avoid reclassification