Sorted Spent Alkaline Manganese Dioxide Batteries from Germany
Sorted spent alkaline manganese dioxide batteries, such as used AA/AAA cells, are classified under this tariff item because they are spent primary cells sorted by chemical type (zinc-manganese dioxide) and verified to contain no lead, cadmium, or mercury. These non-rechargeable batteries are rendered unusable through discharge and are destined for recycling or disposal.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure each consignment is accompanied by documentation proving the batteries are sorted by chemical type and free of lead, cadmium, and mercury, as required by the tariff item
• Verify that the batteries are classified as spent (unusable) and not as waste of other headings, and consider obtaining a pre-arrival ruling from the CBSA to avoid delays