LR44 Mercuric Oxide Button Cell Battery from Japan
A small round LR44 mercuric oxide button cell battery with external volume under 300 cm³, used in watches, calculators, and small electronics. Classified under HTS 8506.30.1000 due to its mercuric oxide chemistry and compact size meeting the volume limit. Provides stable voltage for low-drain devices.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify battery volume does not exceed 300 cm³ with precise measurements to avoid reclassification
• Include Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) detailing mercury content for customs and EPA compliance
• Label shipments with UN 2803 hazardous material markings and proper hazmat documentation