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Varta Lithium 3V Medical Thermometer Battery from Japan

Long-life lithium cell for digital basal thermometers and medical monitoring. Under HTS 8506.50.00.90 as other primary lithium battery. Meets biocompatibility standards.

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

Register batteries as medical device components with FDA if exceeding certain quantities

Provide biocompatibility test results (ISO 10993) for customs medical clearance

Use child-resistant packaging meeting CPSC requirements for medical imports