LiPol 18650 2600mAh Protected Cell from Japan
Consumer 18650 cell with integrated PCB protection circuit limiting overcharge, over-discharge, and short circuits. 2600mAh capacity with 3.7V output for flashlight and hobby applications. Still classifies as 8507.60.00 since protection circuit is integral battery component.
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
• Protected cells need UL2054 or IEC62133 certification; unprotected cells prohibited for consumer sale
• PCB adds 10-15% weight; declare total lithium content including protection components
• Verify protection parameters (2.5V cutoff, 4.25V max) match datasheet specs