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CR2032 Lithium Coin Cell Battery

A 3V lithium manganese dioxide coin cell battery commonly used in watches, calculators, and small electronics. It falls under HTS 8506.50.00 as a primary lithium primary cell that is non-rechargeable and provides long-lasting power for low-drain devices. The lithium chemistry distinguishes it from alkaline or other primary battery 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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8506.10.00Same rate: 40.2%

If alkaline or manganese chemistry

Primary cells using alkaline or zinc-manganese chemistries are classified separately from lithium types.

8507.60.00Higher: 53.4% vs 40.2%

If rechargeable lithium-ion

Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries fall under electric accumulators, not primary cells.

8506.90.00Same rate: 40.2%

If imported as battery parts only

Loose components or parts of primary cells, rather than complete cells, go under parts heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Obtain UN38.3 test reports certifying safe transport of lithium cells; required for all shipments

β€’ Declare exact lithium content per cell and ensure proper packaging to prevent short-circuiting

β€’ Verify MSDS documentation and avoid common pitfalls like incorrect hazardous material declarations