What is the HS code for batteries?

It depends on the chemistry. Lithium-ion — the most common type — is 850760. Lead-acid, nickel-cadmium, and single-use batteries each have different codes; see the table above.

What HS code should I use for a power bank?

Power banks containing lithium-ion cells are generally classified under 850760, the same as standalone lithium-ion batteries.

Do batteries require special shipping documentation?

Yes, in most jurisdictions — lithium batteries are regulated as dangerous goods (a UN38.3 test summary is commonly required) independent of the HS code and duty rate. This is not optional paperwork; check with your carrier before shipping.

Is there a fixed extra tariff for batteries from China?

Not one we are willing to state as fixed. Combined China-origin rates have moved substantially through 2025–2026 and depend on battery use case and currently active tariff layers. Confirm the current rate before shipping rather than relying on any single published figure.

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HS Code for Lithium-Ion Battery

Here is the official Harmonized System classification, tariffs, and duty rates for shipping lithium-ion battery internationally.

Primary HS6 Subheading

8507.60

WCO HS 2022 Verified

Official Description

“Electric accumulators, including separators therefor — Lithium-ion.”

Tariff Classification Hierarchy

Chapter 85Electrical machinery and equipment

Heading 8507Electric accumulators

Subheading 850760Electric accumulators, including separators therefor — Lithium-ion.

Last verified: July 2026Source: WCO Harmonized System 2022

Classification Reasoning

Chapter 85 covers electrical equipment, and Heading 8507 specifically covers 'electric accumulators' — rechargeable batteries, as opposed to single-use primary cells (which fall under Heading 8506 instead). Within 8507, the subheading depends on the battery chemistry: lithium-ion cells (850760) are by far the most commonly shipped type today, covering everything from phone batteries to power banks to EV battery packs. Lead-acid batteries, nickel-cadmium, and nickel-metal-hydride each have their own subheadings — see the table below. If you are shipping a specific product, confirm the chemistry before using this code, since misclassifying battery chemistry is a common and costly customs error (batteries are also frequently flagged for dangerous-goods documentation regardless of HS code).

Related HS Codes for Lithium-Ion Battery Variants

Variant	HS Code	Why It Differs
Lithium-ion (rechargeable)	850760	Most common — phones, laptops, power banks, EVs
Lead-acid (e.g. car batteries)	850710 / 850720	Split by 'starting' (engine) vs. other use
Nickel-cadmium	850730	Older rechargeable type, declining use
Nickel-metal hydride	850750	Common in hybrid vehicles, some consumer electronics
Single-use (non-rechargeable, e.g. AA alkaline)	8506 (separate heading)	Primary cells, not accumulators

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Import Duty Rates for Lithium-Ion Battery

Verified • August 2026

Country	Duty Rate	VAT / GST	De Minimis
🇺🇸United States	3.4%	–	Abolished / suspended
🇬🇧United Kingdom	2.7%	20%	£135 (ending October 1, 2028)
🇨🇦Canada	0% (standard consumer packs)	5% GST	CA$40 (courier) / CA$20 (post)
🇺🇸Australia	5%	10% GST	AU$1,000
🇪🇺Germany (EU)	2.7%	19%	Replaced

United States Notice: China-origin shipments face substantial additional Section 301-related tariffs — see caveat below; do not rely on a fixed China rate

United Kingdom Notice: Dangerous-goods clearance protocols apply regardless of duty

Canada Notice: Some specialized variants (e.g. e-bike systems) may attract up to ~7% — confirm subheading

Germany (EU) Notice: €150 exemption ended July 1, 2026; €3 flat duty per tariff category applies, plus separate €2 handling fee expected from November 1, 2026

Important Regulatory Note: A note on China-origin shipments: Section 301 and related trade-remedy tariffs on Chinese lithium-ion batteries have changed repeatedly through 2025–2026, with several provisions carrying built-in review or expiration dates within 2026 itself. Reported combined rates currently range from roughly 25% to over 50% depending on EV vs. non-EV use and which tariff layers are active. We deliberately do not publish a fixed number here — verify the current rate through official USTR/CBP guidance or a customs broker before relying on it for a shipment.

Landed Cost Calculation Example

Here is a breakdown of estimated import costs for shipping a $50 product to the US (non-China origin):

Landed Cost Receipt

Product Value:$50.00

Duty (3.4%):$1.70

VAT/GST (0%):$0.00

Est. Landed Cost:$51.70

* US has no VAT; state sales tax may apply separately at point of sale. The $800 de minimis exemption no longer applies, so this shipment requires formal/informal entry regardless of the low value.

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