HS Code Subheading

Cells and batteries; primary, (other than manganese dioxide, mercuric oxide, silver oxide, lithium or air-zinc)

8506.80 Subheading
Section XVI — Machinery and mechanical appliances; electrical equipment; parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles

About HS Code 850680

This HS code serves as a residual category for primary (non-rechargeable) cells and batteries that are not specifically covered by other, more defined chemistries like manganese dioxide, mercuric oxide, silver oxide, lithium, or air-zinc. This typically includes common alkaline batteries, carbon-zinc batteries, and other less prevalent primary cell types. These general-purpose batteries are widely traded globally, powering a vast array of consumer electronics, toys, remote controls, and household devices. The trade volume is immense, driven by everyday consumer demand, with manufacturing hubs in Asia supplying markets worldwide. Importers range from large retail chains to industrial distributors, reflecting the ubiquitous nature of these power sources.

Products Under This Code

Alkaline AA batteries, Alkaline AAA batteries, Alkaline C batteries, Alkaline D batteries, 9V alkaline batteries, Carbon-zinc batteries, Heavy duty batteries

Real World Examples

Duracell Coppertop, Energizer Max, Panasonic Everyday Power, Eveready Gold, AmazonBasics Alkaline

Common Misclassification

This code is for 'other' primary cells, so it's crucial to ensure the battery is not a lithium (850650) or air-zinc (850660) primary cell, or a rechargeable accumulator (8507 series).

Products Classified Under 8506.80

Alkaline batteryCarbon-zinc battery

Related Codes

8506.10 Cells and batteries; primary, manganese dioxide 8506.30 Cells and batteries; primary, mercuric oxide 8506.40 Cells and batteries; primary, silver oxide 8506.50 Cells and batteries; primary, lithium 8506.60 Cells and batteries; primary, air-zinc 8506.90 Cells and batteries; primary, parts thereof

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

China is a dominant exporter, with the USA, Germany, and Japan being major importers due to high consumer demand.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 850680?

HS code 850680 covers: Cells and batteries; primary, (other than manganese dioxide, mercuric oxide, silver oxide, lithium or air-zinc). This HS code serves as a residual category for primary (non-rechargeable) cells and batteries that are not specifically covered by other, more defined chemistries like manganese dioxide, mercuric oxide, silver oxide, lithium, or air-zinc. This typically includes common alkaline batteries, carbon-zinc batteries, and other less prevalent primary cell types. These general-purpose batteries are widely traded globally, powering a vast array of consumer electronics, toys, remote controls, and household devices. The trade volume is immense, driven by everyday consumer demand, with manufacturing hubs in Asia supplying markets worldwide. Importers range from large retail chains to industrial distributors, reflecting the ubiquitous nature of these power sources.

What products fall under HS code 850680?

Alkaline AA batteries, Alkaline AAA batteries, Alkaline C batteries, Alkaline D batteries, 9V alkaline batteries, Carbon-zinc batteries, Heavy duty batteries

What are common misclassifications for HS code 850680?

This code is for 'other' primary cells, so it's crucial to ensure the battery is not a lithium (850650) or air-zinc (850660) primary cell, or a rechargeable accumulator (8507 series).

How is HS code 850680 structured?

HS code 850680 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (80) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.