LiPol 18650 2600mAh Protected Cell from Mexico
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 — 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
• 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