Battery Carbons for Zinc-Carbon Dry Cells from Japan
Cylindrical graphite rods functioning as positive electrodes (battery carbons) in disposable zinc-carbon primary batteries, conducting electrical current during discharge. Falls under HTS 8545.90.40.00 as other carbon articles for electrical purposes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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 battery assembly diagrams showing carbon rod positioning as positive electrode
• Certify as primary (non-rechargeable) components to distinguish from accumulator parts
• Declare exact graphite density and porosity specs for customs verification