Panasonic Alkaline C Cell Primary Battery from Mexico
Heavy-duty C-size alkaline manganese dioxide battery for lanterns, toys, and portable radios. HTS 8506.10.00.90 covers this as a non-button, non-lithium primary cell with MnO2 cathode. Non-rechargeable design ensures one-time use with high capacity output.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain supplier affidavits verifying 'primary cell' status (non-rechargeable) to prevent 8506.50 misclassification
• Use UN-approved battery boxes for sea freight; air shipments require stricter lithium-exclusion proofs