Panasonic NCR18650B Standard Capacity Cell from Japan
3400mAh 18650 lithium-ion cell optimized for long cycle life in wireless headphones and medical devices. Known for excellent calendar aging characteristics and stable discharge curves. Classifies under 8507.60.00 as primary lithium-ion storage battery technology.
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
• For medical applications, include biocompatibility test results (ISO 10993) with import documentation
• Long-cycle cells need temperature-controlled shipping; specify 0-45°C range on packaging
• Provide cycle life data (>500 cycles) to distinguish from disposable primary cells