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Varta ZA10 Zinc-Air Micro Button Battery

Varta ZA10 Zinc-Air Micro Button Battery is an ultra-miniature zinc-air primary battery for micro-hearing aids and tiny medical devices, fitting the air-zinc classification under tariff item 8506.60.00. Its air-activated design ensures maximum shelf life until use, and it is non-rechargeable. The battery provides reliable power for small devices.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China7%β€”7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico7%β€”7%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States7%β€”7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany7%β€”7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan7%β€”7%

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8506.80.10Lower: Free vs 7%

If the battery is not air-zinc but another primary cell type

Other primary cell chemistries are classified under this alternative.

8506.90.00Lower: Free vs 7%

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Parts of primary cells are classified separately.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Confirm the battery is zinc-air and not lithium or alkaline

β€’ Ensure compliance with Canadian regulations for medical device batteries

β€’ Package with tab seals to prevent air activation and include safety data sheets if required

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