18650 Lithium-Ion Battery Cell from Japan
Cylindrical 18650 lithium-ion battery cell with 3.7V nominal voltage and capacities typically ranging from 2000-3500mAh, used in consumer electronics like flashlights and power tools. Classified under HTS 8507.60.00.90 as a lithium-ion storage battery, not rectangular (including square), distinguishing it from prismatic or pouch cells in other subheadings. Does not include battery packs or assemblies with protective circuitry.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) 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
• Obtain UN38.3 transportation certification as lithium batteries are classified as dangerous goods; declare exact lithium content per cell; avoid shipping via air without proper IATA packaging