The HS code for batteries is 8506 — Cells and batteries; primary. Below are the specific codes and the UK, US and EU equivalents.
| Region | Declarable codes under 8506 |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom (UK) | 10 |
| United States (HTS) | 14 |
| European Union | 11 |
Chapter 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 → Heading 8506 — Cells and batteries; primary
What is the HS code for batteries? The heading is 8506 (Cells and batteries; primary); pick the specific subheading above that best matches your goods.
Is the code the same in the UK, US and EU? The first 6 digits are shared worldwide; the UK, US and EU each extend it to their own 8–10 digit codes — see the table above.
Also see: US HTS code for batteries · UK commodity code for batteries
Beta — data is for general reference only and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Always verify with the official customs authority before making import/export decisions.