Lithium Primary Battery Cathode Sheets from Mexico

Pre-cut cathode sheets made from manganese dioxide and lithium compounds for use in CR123A lithium primary batteries. These sheets form the positive electrode in the non-rechargeable cell assembly. HTS 8506.90.00.00 covers such specialized electrochemical components of primary cells.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

12.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide chemical composition certificates to confirm primary battery materials (e.g

no nickel-cadmium)

Ensure packaging labels distinguish from rechargeable battery components to prevent CBP reclassification

Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; declare based on specialized electrochemical processing value