Duracell CopperTop AA Alkaline Battery from China

A single AA-sized primary alkaline battery using manganese dioxide as the cathode material and zinc as the anode, designed for everyday consumer devices like remote controls and flashlights. It falls under HTS 8506.10.00.90 as a manganese dioxide primary cell not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the subheading. These batteries are non-rechargeable and provide reliable power until depleted.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Ensure batteries are labeled with proper UN3486 hazardous material markings and include Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for DOT compliance

Verify cathode material composition documentation to confirm manganese dioxide classification; test reports may be required by CBP

Avoid shipping via air freight without IATA packaging; common pitfall is insufficient insulation leading to short-circuit rejections