Product classification
HS code for Lithium battery: 8506.50
Cells and batteries, primary, lithium.
Classification of lithium battery under HS 8506.50
Lithium batteries are classified under HS code 8506.50. This classification is found in Chapter 85, which covers electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof. Heading 8506 is specifically for primary cells and primary batteries. The term \"primary\" refers to batteries that are not designed to be recharged; they are single-use energy sources. Within this heading, subheading 8506.50 is dedicated to lithium-based primary cells. These batteries utilize lithium as an anode and are known for their high energy density and long shelf life. Common types include lithium manganese dioxide (Li-MnO2) and lithium thionyl chloride (Li-SOCl2). It is vital to distinguish these from rechargeable batteries. The classification is based on the electrochemical system of the battery. Even if the battery is part of a pack, if the cells are primary lithium cells, the assembly remains under 8506.50. This code covers various shapes and sizes, including cylindrical, coin (button), and rectangular formats, provided they meet the definition of a primary cell. The classification does not change based on the voltage or the specific application (e.g., cameras, watches, or industrial sensors) as long as the battery is a primary lithium cell.
- Covers
- Lithium manganese dioxide button cells (non-rechargeable)
- Lithium thionyl chloride industrial batteries
- Primary lithium 9V batteries
- Lithium-iron disulfide (Li-FeS2) primary batteries
- Also under 8506.50
- Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA
- Panasonic CR2032
- Duracell Lithium Coin
- Varta CR123A
- Tadiran SL-360
Codes often confused with 8506.50
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is with HS code 8507.60, which is for lithium-ion rechargeable batteries. Another common error is using 8506.10, which is for manganese dioxide primary batteries (alkaline). Users also occasionally confuse these with lithium metal (2805.19) or lithium compounds (Chapter 28).
Top exporters and importers of HS 850650 (the code used for lithium battery), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 850650 (the code used for lithium battery) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 10% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 850650, not only lithium battery.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $609M 17% of world exports
- 2 United States $596M 16% of world exports
- 3 Singapore $261M 7.1% of world exports
World total: $3.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $382M 10% of world imports
- 2 Germany $276M 7.2% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $255M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $3.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for lithium battery
Brazil splits HS 8506.50 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8506.50.10Lithium primary cells and batteries, up to 300 cm³
- 8506.50.90Lithium primary cells and batteries, over 300 cm³
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about lithium battery
What is the HS code for Lithium battery?
The HS code for Lithium battery is 850650 (Cells and batteries; primary, lithium).
How do I classify Lithium battery for customs?
Lithium battery is classified under HS code 850650 — Cells and batteries; primary, lithium. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for a non-rechargeable lithium battery?
The HS code for primary (non-rechargeable) lithium batteries is 8506.50.
Are lithium-ion batteries classified under 8506.50?
No, lithium-ion batteries are rechargeable and are classified under HS code 8507.60.
Which countries are the top exporters of lithium battery (HS 850650)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 850650 (the code used for lithium battery) in UN Comtrade data were China ($609M, 17% of world exports), the United States ($596M) and Singapore ($261M). World exports came to about $3.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of lithium battery (HS 850650)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 850650 (the code used for lithium battery) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($382M, 10% of world imports), Germany ($276M) and Mexico ($255M). World imports came to about $3.8B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Lithium battery the same in all countries?
The base HS code 850650 for Lithium battery is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for lithium battery in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 850650 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for lithium battery depends on the product's details: 8506.50.10 (Lithium primary cells and batteries, up to 300 cm³), 8506.50.90 (Lithium primary cells and batteries, over 300 cm³).