Depleted Zinc-Carbon D Batteries
Exhausted D-cell zinc-carbon primary batteries are non-rechargeable batteries depleted of electrolyte and no longer functional. They are imported as spent primary cells for scrap recycling, specifically for material recovery.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the batteries are non-functional and cannot be recharged to qualify as spent cells
• Provide documentation on the recycling process to CBSA
• Ensure packaging prevents leakage during transport
Related Products under Tariff item 8549.19.00
Depleted Zinc-Air Hearing Aid Batteries
Depleted zinc-air hearing aid batteries are miniature primary batteries that have been activated and are now inert due to oxygen depletion. They are no longer usable for their original purpose and are imported for zinc recovery, falling under the tariff item for other spent primary cells.
Exhausted Lithium Thionyl Chloride Batteries
Exhausted lithium thionyl chloride batteries are spent non-rechargeable cylindrical cells from industrial sensors, depleted and hazardous. They are classified as spent primary cells under this tariff item for specialized recycling due to their chemical composition.
Spent AA Alkaline Batteries
Spent AA alkaline batteries are used primary batteries that can no longer provide power due to chemical depletion. They are non-rechargeable and fall under this tariff item as spent primary cells for recycling.
Spent Button Cell Batteries Assortment
This assortment of spent button cell batteries includes used silver oxide and alkaline cells from hearing aids and remotes, broken down and non-rechargeable. They are imported for dismantling and metal reclamation, classified as other spent primary cells.
Used 9V Alkaline Primary Batteries
Used 9V alkaline primary batteries from smoke detectors and toys are worn out and incapable of use. They are classified as spent primary cells under this tariff item for environmental recycling.
Used Lithium Primary Coin Cells
Depleted lithium manganese dioxide coin cells, such as CR2032, are incapable of further discharge and are no longer usable. They are classified as spent primary cells under this tariff item for recycling.