China to Adjust Import Tariff Rates on Lead-Acid Batteries in 2026

Published: Dec 29, 2025 19:20

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[Changes to Conventional Tariffs on Lead-Acid Batteries in 2026] According to an announcement by the Ministry of Finance, effective January 1, 2026, China will adjust import tariff rates and categories for certain goods. Under the implementation rates for free trade agreements and preferential trade arrangements, the conventional tariff rates for lead-acid batteries for starting piston engines and other lead-acid batteries remained unchanged for some countries and regions compared to 2025, while rates were reduced for others.
For starter lead-acid batteries, the import tariff rates were reduced in 2026 for the following countries and regions: RCEP member states (ASEAN: 8% to 7.5%, Australia: 8% to 7.5%, Japan: 8.1% to 7.6%); South Korea (4.5% to 4%); Nicaragua (8% to 7%); Ecuador (8.8% to 8.2%); and Serbia (6% to 4%). For other lead-acid batteries, the import tariff rates were reduced for: RCEP member states (ASEAN: 6% to 5%, Australia: 6% to 5%, Japan: 6.4% to 5.5%, South Korea: 6% to 5%); Nicaragua (8% to 7%); and Serbia (6% to 4%).

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