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Battery Grade Ammonium Chloride Flakes from Japan

Ammonium chloride flakes specifically refined for zinc-carbon dry cell batteries as an electrolyte component. It is classified in HTS 2827.10.00.00 as a pure inorganic chloride compound essential for battery chemistry.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Certify low impurity levels (e.g

<0.1% heavy metals) for battery standards; package in moisture-proof bags to comply with DOT hazmat rules

Confirm not pre-mixed with zinc/manganese to stay in 2827