Batteries from 🇨🇳 China: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for batteries imported from China. Total 2025 imports: $97M.
Section 301 Tariffs
Additional tariffs of 7.5%–25% (some up to 100%) apply to most goods from China under four Section 301 lists. Covers electronics, machinery, consumer goods, and more.
Section 232 — Steel
25% tariff on steel imports under Section 232 national security authority.
Section 232 — Aluminum
10% tariff on aluminum imports under Section 232 national security authority.
HTS Codes for Batteries — Duty Rates
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| HS6 Code | Description | Import Value | Duties Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 852719 | RADIOBROADCAST RECEIVERS, BATTERY TYPE, NESOI | $86M | $10M |
| 910211 | WRIST WATCHES, BATTERY POWERED, WITH CASES OF MATERIALS (EXCEPT OF OR CLAD WITH PRECIOUS METAL) NESOI, WITH MECHANICAL DISPLAY ONLY | $6M | $1M |
| 910212 | WRIST WATCHES, BATTERY POWERED, WITH CASES OF MATERIALS (EXCEPT OF OR CLAD WITH PRECIOUS METAL) NESOI, WITH OPTO-ELECTRONIC DISPLAY ONLY | $3M | $126K |
| 910221 | WRIST WATCHES, NOT BATTERY POWERED, WITH CASES OF MATERIALS (EXCEPT OF OR CLAD WITH PRECIOUS METAL) NESOI, WITH AUTOMATIC WINDING | $1M | $165K |
| 910219 | WRIST WATCHES, BATTERY POWERED, WITH CASES OF MATERIALS (EXCEPT OF OR CLAD WITH PRECIOUS METAL) NESOI, WITH DISPLAY NESOI | $904K | $120K |
| 910291 | POCKET WATCHES AND OTHER WATCHES, EXCEPT WRIST WATCHES, WITH CASES OF MATERIALS (EXCEPT OF OR CLAD WITH PRECIOUS METAL) NESOI, BATTERY POWERED | $174K | $21K |
| 910121 | WRIST WATCHES, NOT BATTERY POWERED, WITH CASES OF PRECIOUS METAL (OR OF METAL CLAD WITH PRECIOUS METAL), WITH AUTOMATIC WINDING | $62K | $3K |
| 910990 | CLOCK MOVEMENTS, COMPLETE AND ASSEMBLED, NOT BATTERY OR AC POWERED | $37K | $7K |
| 910229 | WRIST WATCHES, NOT BATTERY POWERED, WITH CASES OF MATERIALS (EXCEPT OF OR CLAD WITH PRECIOUS METAL) NESOI, WITHOUT AUTOMATIC WINDING | $27K | $3K |
| 910111 | WRIST WATCHES, BATTERY POWERED, WITH CASES OF PRECIOUS METAL (OR OF METAL CLAD WITH PRECIOUS METAL), WITH MECHANICAL DISPLAY ONLY | $16K | $2K |
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Last verified: June 2, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the US tariff on lithium-ion batteries?
Lithium-ion batteries are classified under HTS 8507.60 with a base duty rate of 3.4%. Section 301 tariffs on Chinese-origin lithium-ion batteries add 25%, bringing the effective rate to 28.4% for Chinese imports.
Are EV batteries subject to additional tariffs?
Yes, EV battery cells and packs from China face Section 301 tariffs of 25% on top of the base 3.4% duty. This has accelerated battery production shifts to South Korea, Japan, and domestic US facilities.
What HTS code is used for batteries?
Batteries fall under HTS 8507 (electric accumulators). Lithium-ion is 8507.60, lead-acid is 8507.10, nickel-metal hydride is 8507.50. Each has different base duty rates ranging from 2.7% to 3.4%.
What tariffs apply to batteries from China?
Batteries imported from China are subject to the standard MFN base duty rate, plus Section 301 Tariffs, Section 232 — Steel, Section 232 — Aluminum tariff overlays. Use the duty calculator to get the exact rate for your HTS code.
How do I calculate the landed cost for batteries from China?
The landed cost includes the product value (FOB), ocean or air freight, insurance, US Customs duties (base rate plus any applicable overlays), Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464% of value, min $29.66), and Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125% of dutiable value). Use our landed cost calculator to get the full breakdown.
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