Air-zinc batteries imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $26.7 million of air-zinc batteries in 2024 (369 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 164 countries. That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $47.7 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26.7M | 369 t |
| 2023 | $25.8M | 423 t |
| 2022 | $32.3M | 480 t |
| 2021 | $33.8M | 558 t |
| 2020 | $45.7M | 637 t |
| 2019 | $46.2M | 562 t |
| 2018 | $44.6M | 563 t |
| 2017 | $47.7M | 641 t |
Where the United States imports air-zinc batteries from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (45%), Germany (38%), Mexico (6%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+220% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $12.0M | 45% |
| Germany | $10.2M | 38% |
| Mexico | $1.6M | 5.9% |
| China | $1.1M | 4% |
| Canada | $425K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $353K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $278K | 1% |
| Poland | $157K | 0.6% |
| Australia | $133K | 0.5% |
| Malaysia | $104K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $72.48 per kg, 217% above the world average of $22.89. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Air-zinc batteries exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported air-zinc batteries worth $12.4 million (163 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 83 countries. Most of it went to United Kingdom (31%), Canada (29%), Mexico (28%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $3.8M | 31% |
| Canada | $3.6M | 29% |
| Mexico | $3.5M | 28% |
| Indonesia | $266K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $142K | 1.1% |
| Brazil | $129K | 1% |
| Malaysia | $98K | 0.8% |
| Denmark | $98K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $72K | 0.6% |
| Argentina | $70K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States air-zinc batteries imports (HS 8506.60): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8506.60: Cells and batteries: primary, air-zinc.
Common questions
What is the value of air-zinc batteries imported by the United States?
The United States imported air-zinc batteries worth $26.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 369 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 164 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply air-zinc batteries to the United States?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by Germany (38%) and Mexico (6%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 554% on the year.
What is the average import price of air-zinc batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $72.48 per kg in 2024, 217% above the world average of $22.89 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of air-zinc batteries to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $47.7 million in 2017 to $26.7 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2017 at $47.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export air-zinc batteries?
Yes. The United States exported $12.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Canada and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $14.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for air-zinc batteries?
The HS code for air-zinc batteries is subheading 8506.60. It sits in HS 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). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8506 page.
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