Zinc-Air Primary Battery Anode Cans from Japan
Steel or aluminum cans housing the zinc anode powder in hearing aid zinc-air primary batteries. These corrosion-resistant containers enable air activation for power generation in non-rechargeable cells. HTS 8506.90.00.00 applies to such primary battery casings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify anti-corrosion coating specs and anode compatibility in technical datasheets
• Avoid declaring as scrap metal; provide end-use statements confirming battery assembly