8506.10.00.90/Duracell CopperTop AA Alkaline Battery/Japan

Duracell CopperTop AA Alkaline Battery from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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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