Tesla Model 3 High-Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery Pack from China
This 75 kWh lithium-ion battery pack serves as the primary power source for Tesla Model 3 electric sedans (HTS 8703.80). It consists of thousands of cylindrical 2170 cells assembled into modules with cooling systems and battery management electronics. Classified under 8507.80.41.00 due to its specific design for propulsion in electric vehicles listed in the subheading.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Verify battery pack voltage exceeds 48V and capacity documentation proves primary propulsion role for specific EV models
• Include OEM specifications and vehicle compatibility certificates to avoid reclassification as general automotive batteries
• Ensure MSDS and UN38.3 transport certifications are complete to prevent shipping delays