Unsorted Zinc-Air Hearing Aid Batteries
Spent zinc-air button cells from hearing aids, depleted after short use life, in unsorted bulk. These are spent primary cells without heavy metals, qualifying for tariff item 8549.14.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the zinc-air batteries are sorted
Sorted battery waste is classified under a different subheading.
If the cells contain restricted metals
Battery scrap with lead, cadmium, or mercury is classified separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the zinc-air cells are unsorted and free of lead, cadmium, or mercury
• Provide a certificate of analysis to CBSA upon request
• Ensure the cells are fully depleted and packaged safely to avoid short circuits
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