Battery Electrolyte Hydrometer

Hydrometer for testing lead-acid battery electrolyte specific gravity. Non-recording floating instrument under HTS 9025.80.20.00 for automotive and industrial battery maintenance. Features acid-resistant glass and rubber bulb.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.9%+35.0%37.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇨🇦Canada2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇩🇪Germany2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇯🇵Japan2.9%+10.0%12.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9027Lower: 10% vs 37.9%

If with optical refractometer function

Refractometer-style battery testers classify under other non-electrical instruments in 9027.

8507.90.80.00Higher: 53.4% vs 37.9%

If imported as parts of lead-acid batteries

Battery-specific parts principally used with batteries classify with them under heading 8507.

4015.19Lower: 24% vs 37.9%

If rubber squeeze bulb sold separately

Rubber resilient components without measurement function fall under heading 4015.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include acid resistance certification and safety data for sulfuric acid contact during customs review

Specify automotive end-use to differentiate from industrial versions with different statistical reporting

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