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PX625 Mercuric Oxide Hearing Aid Battery

PX625 mercuric oxide battery designed specifically for hearing aids, offering high energy density and stable voltage for medical devices. Classified under HTS 8506.30.5000 as other mercuric oxide primary cells, distinct from cylindrical types.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China2.7%+37.5%40.2%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8506.40Lower: 15.2% vs 40.2%

If zinc air chemistry for hearing aids

Zinc air primary cells used in hearing aids have separate classification

9018.90.75Lower: 37.5% vs 40.2%

If imported pre-installed in hearing aid device

Complete hearing aids classified under medical instruments heading

8543.70Lower: 15.1% vs 40.2%

If considered electrical machinery parts

Some small cells might be classified under other electrical equipment parts

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include FDA 510(k) clearance documentation if marketed as hearing aid component

β€’ Label packages with mercury warnings and recycling instructions per EPA requirements

β€’ Verify battery voltage and chemistry match import declaration to prevent reclassification