Kodak Max 123 Lithium-Free Alkaline Battery from Germany
CR123-sized alkaline manganese dioxide primary cell alternative for cameras and lights, explicitly lithium-free. Classified under HTS 8506.10.00.90 as other non-lithium primaries despite 123 form factor. Matches performance of lithium types without hazmat complications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Highlight 'non-lithium' in all docs to avoid 8506.30 confusion and simplified air shipping
• Test for voltage consistency; 3V alkaline must prove stable output