Sony US18650VTC6 High-Drain Lithium-Ion Cell from Japan
High-performance 18650 lithium-ion cell with 30A continuous discharge capability for vaping devices and RC models. HTS 8507.60.00 classification applies to its rechargeable lithium-ion polymer electrolyte construction. Features 3.7V nominal voltage and 3000mAh capacity in standard cylindrical format.
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
• Use rigid outer packaging with cushioning; lithium cells must pass UN38.3 vibration/shock/thermal tests before export
• Include manufacturer specs showing cell chemistry (LiNiCoAlO2) and capacity; generic descriptions trigger additional scrutiny
• For high-drain cells >20A, provide discharge curve data to verify legitimate battery classification vs disguised explosives