Zinc-Air Primary Button Cell from Japan
An air-activated zinc-air primary button cell for hearing aids and medical devices. Even though button-shaped, zinc-air chemistry places it in tariff item 8506.80.90 as 'other' primary cells, excluding lithium and mercuric oxide button cells. It is non-rechargeable and activated by exposure to air.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Consumer Products Safety · May be required
May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 8506809000; Equal To 8506809000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Ensure the button cells are packaged with their air holes sealed to prevent premature activation during transport
• Verify that the cells meet Canadian safety standards for button cell accessibility
• Keep records of the cell's chemistry to support classification under the 'other' subheading