Cells and batteries; primary, air-zinc

HS v2022 Code: 850660

About cells and batteries; primary, air-zinc

HS code 850660 covers primary cells and batteries that use an air-zinc chemical composition. These types of batteries are widely used in a variety of electronic devices and appliances, from remote controls and clocks to portable medical equipment. As a key component in many consumer and industrial products, the air-zinc battery industry plays an important role in the broader electronics and electrical equipment sectors of the global economy.

Production process

The production of air-zinc primary cells and batteries involves several key steps. First, the zinc anode and air cathode materials are prepared and assembled into the battery casing. An electrolyte solution is then added to facilitate the electrochemical reaction that generates the electrical current. Finally, the batteries undergo testing and quality control checks before being packaged for distribution.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the air-zinc battery industry include zinc metal, carbon, and other materials for the anode and cathode components. Specialized manufacturing equipment, such as battery assembly lines and testing apparatus, are also essential inputs. Additionally, the industry relies on a range of chemicals, including electrolyte solutions, to enable the electrochemical processes that power the batteries.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 850660 is air-zinc primary cells and batteries. These batteries are widely used as power sources for 851770 Electrical machinery and apparatus, having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this Chapter and 851780 Electrical machinery and apparatus, having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this Chapter. The air-zinc batteries produced under this code may also be consumed by manufacturers of 851610 Electro-thermic coffee or tea makers, toasters, 851621 Other ovens; cookers, cooking plates, boiling rings, grillers and roasters, and other electrical appliances.

Revisions to 850660

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 850660. The most recent 1 version of this code (850660) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 850660.

Family tree for cells and batteries; primary, air-zinc

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/85'>85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8506'>8506: Cells and batteries; primary</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/850660'>850660: Cells and batteries; primary, air-zinc</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/850610'>850610: Cells and batteries; primary, manganese dioxide</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/850630'>850630: Cells and batteries; primary, mercuric oxide</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/850640'>850640: Cells and batteries; primary, silver oxide</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/850650'>850650: Cells and batteries; primary, lithium</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/850680'>850680: Cells and batteries; primary, (other than manganese dioxide, mercuric oxide, silver oxide, lithium or air-zinc)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/850690'>850690: Cells and batteries; primary, parts thereof</a>"]

    

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