18650 Lithium-Ion Battery Cell from Mexico
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 — Mexico → 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
• 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