Alkaline 9V Battery

Rectangular six-cell alkaline primary battery providing 9 volts, used in smoke detectors, musical instruments, and multi-cell devices. Classified under HTS 8506.80.00 as 'other' primary batteries excluding button, lithium, or mercuric oxide types. The stacked cylindrical cells deliver high capacity for sustained low-drain applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.7%+35.0%37.7%
🇲🇽Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇨🇦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇩🇪Germany2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇯🇵Japan2.7%+10.0%12.7%

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Alternative Classifications

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8506.10.00Same rate: 37.7%

If configured as button cell pack

Assemblies of button primary cells are covered by 8506.10, even if multiple cells form higher voltage.

8506.30Lower: 12.7% vs 37.7%

If using silver oxide chemistry

Silver oxide primary batteries, often in rectangular form for instruments, have their own subheading.

8548.00.00.00Lower: 35% vs 37.7%

If imported as electrical parts of machines

Batteries specifically designed as integral replacement parts for finished electrical machinery may shift to heading 8548.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include detailed technical specs confirming alkaline chemistry to distinguish from lithium primaries

Ensure packaging meets child-resistant standards if marketed for household use like smoke alarms

Declare voltage and cell count accurately; multi-cell packs remain under primary battery classification

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Zinc-Carbon D Battery

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Alkaline C Battery

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