What happens if a lithium-ion battery is imported into the United States?

After the subject lithium-ion battery is imported into the United States, it will be incorpo-rated into a residential energy storage solution, which requires a battery management system, additional battery units, enclosures, and other com-ponents.

Will CBP revoke five ruling letters pertaining to lithium-ion battery cells?

Pursuant to 19 U.S.C. § 1625(c)(1), this notice advises interested parties that CBP is proposing to revoke five ruling letters pertaining to the tariff classification of Lithium-Ion Battery Cells.

Why did CBP decide on battery modules and packs?

CBP’s decision on battery modules and packs confirms the importance of understanding the complexity of the substantial transformation rules.

Is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery classified under HTSUS?

In your letter, you suggest the subject rechargeable lithium-ion battery is classified under subheading 8507.60.0020, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (“HTSUS”). Although we agree the lithium-ion battery is clas-sified in heading 8507, HTSUS, we disagree on the subheading.

Are lithium-ion battery pouch cells interchangeable?

It is explained that each cell is specially designed to be used in an automotive application and is not interchangeable with pouches designed and developed for other commercial applications. You suggest the subject lithium-ion battery pouch cell is classified under subheading 8507.60.0010, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (“HTSUS”).

Where are lithium ion batteries sourced?

The lithium-ion battery cells are sourced from either China, Japan, or South Korea. 19 C.F.R. § 134.1 (b) defines country of origin as: “ the country of manufacture, production, or growth of any article of foreign origin entering the United States.