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Electrolytic Manganese Dioxide Powder from Germany

High-purity electrolytic manganese dioxide (EMD) powder used as the cathode material in alkaline primary batteries like AA and AAA cells. This synthetic form of MnO2 provides high energy density and long shelf life, classified under HTS 8506.10.00 as manganese dioxide specifically for primary cell production. It meets the chemical purity standards required for battery manufacturing.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Verify purity certification (typically >90% MnO2) and battery-grade specifications to avoid reclassification as general chemicals

Include end-use declaration for primary battery production; provide MSDS and test reports for customs clearance