HS code for aa & aaa batteries

HS code

8506.10

US HTS code

8506.10.00

US general duty

2.7%

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Single-use alkaline batteries, such as AA, AAA, C and D cells, are manganese dioxide primary cells, 8506.10.

US tariff lines under 8506.10

US HTS codeDescriptionGeneral duty
8506.10.00Manganese dioxide
2 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes)
  • 8506.10.00.10 — Button and coin cell batteries
  • 8506.10.00.90 — Other
2.7%

Import duty on aa & aaa batteries by country

Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for aa & aaa batteries?
The international HS code for aa & aaa batteries is 8506.10. Single-use alkaline batteries, such as AA, AAA, C and D cells, are manganese dioxide primary cells, 8506.10.
Q2What is the US import duty on aa & aaa batteries?
Under HTS 8506.10.00, the US general duty rate is 2.7%. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top of this rate.
Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for aa & aaa batteries?
The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 8506.10 is in the table above.
Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?
The first 6 digits (8506.10) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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