Energizer L544BPZ Zinc-Air Hearing Aid Battery
Energizer L544BPZ is a size 10 yellow-tab zinc-air primary battery specifically for hearing aids, featuring air-activated cathode for extended life. Classified under HTS 8506.60.0090 as 'other' air-zinc primary batteries excluding button cells. It delivers stable voltage until tab removal activates oxygen reaction.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cylindrical alkaline manganese design
Standard AA/AAA hearing aid batteries use alkaline chemistry under 8506.10, not air-zinc.
If imported pre-installed in complete hearing aid devices
Batteries integral to medical instruments classify with the finished device under 9018.
If silver oxide chemistry predominant
Many miniature hearing aid cells use silver-zinc under 8506.50 instead of air-zinc.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide hearing aid compatibility certification if marketed for medical use to support tariff classification
• Ensure packaging specifies 'activate by removing tab' to distinguish from alkaline primaries
• Comply with IATA dangerous goods rules even for small primary cells; declare as UN3336 if applicable
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The Duracell Procell PC1604 is a non-rechargeable AA-sized air-zinc primary battery using zinc anode and oxygen cathode, designed for professional and industrial applications. It falls under HTS 8506.60.0090 as an 'other' air-zinc primary battery not specified elsewhere in the subheading. These batteries provide long-lasting power without recharge capability.
Rayovac P675 Air-Zinc Button Cell Battery
Rayovac P675 is a 1.4V zinc-air button cell battery (size 675) for hearing instruments, excluded from button cell subheadings due to air cathode specifics. It fits HTS 8506.60.0090 as 'other' air-zinc primaries. The battery activates upon tab removal for optimal performance.
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Varta ZA10 Zinc-Air Micro Button Battery
Varta ZA10 is an ultra-miniature zinc-air primary battery for micro-hearing aids and tiny medical devices, fitting HTS 8506.60.0090 as other air-zinc cells. Its air-activated design ensures maximum shelf life until use. Ideal for implantable and discreet applications.
Maxell XR44 Air-Zinc Hearing Instrument Cell
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