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Battery trade data: HS codes, importers, and markets
CargoFax provides customs records for batteries and battery materials in eight markets. US bill of lading records in CargoFax are updated daily, with about a one-day lag. The main codes are lithium-ion cells (HS 8507.60), lead-acid batteries (HS 8507.10 and 8507.20), and primary lithium cells (HS 8506.50). Lithium chemicals are searchable too. Battery manufacturers, distributors, and traders search these codes in Atlas Explorer. They use the records to find importers, compare suppliers, and follow competitors in the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
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HS codes
What are the HS codes for batteries and battery materials?
These Harmonized System (HS) codes cover the main batteries and battery materials. Explorer searches them one at a time or together.
- HS 8507.60
- HS 8507.10
- HS 8507.20
- HS 8507.80
- HS 8507.90
- HS 8506.50
- HS 2836.91
- HS 2827.39
| HS code | Description | Common products |
|---|---|---|
| 8507.60 | Lithium-ion accumulators. | EV battery packs, laptop and phone batteries, energy storage modules |
| 8507.10 | Lead-acid accumulators for starting piston engines. | Car and truck starter batteries |
| 8507.20 | Other lead-acid accumulators. | Deep-cycle, inverter, and backup batteries |
| 8507.80 | Other electric accumulators. | Nickel-metal hydride and specialty batteries |
| 8507.90 | Parts of electric accumulators, including separators. | Separators, casings, electrode materials |
| 8506.50 | Lithium primary cells and primary batteries. | Button and coin cells, non-rechargeable lithium batteries |
| 2836.91 | Lithium carbonates. | Battery-grade and technical lithium carbonate |
| 2827.39 | Other chlorides. | Lithium chloride, electrolyte materials |
Summary: to find batteries and battery materials shipments, search HS 8507.60, 8507.10, 8507.20, 8507.80, 8507.90, 8506.50, 2836.91, and 2827.39 in Atlas Explorer. Solar cells and panels (HS 8541.42 and 8541.43) are not battery products and are not included.
Markets
Which markets matter for batteries and battery materials?
- United States: daily bills of lading for lithium-ion cells, packs, and materials, with suppliers and US ports.
- Mexico: declarations with values for batteries and inputs used in vehicle and electronics production.
- Haiti: weekly records for starter and inverter batteries, measured in weight.
- Dominican Republic: declared values for vehicle and backup batteries, imports and exports.
Every CargoFax market carries HS codes. The same search runs in all eight markets. See all markets.
Sample record
What does a shipment record look like?
A US bill of lading record for batteries and battery materials carries the fields below. Company names and figures are left out on this page. Atlas shows them for every record.
Battery shipments are counted in containers and TEU on US and Haiti bills of lading. Declarations in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Argentina, and Uruguay count them in units. US bills of lading count package quantities. Gross weight gives tonnes.
Fields differ by market. Each coverage page lists its fields.
| Field | What it holds |
|---|---|
| Product description | Lithium-ion battery cells, 3.7 V |
| HS code | 8507.60 |
| Shipper (supplier) | A manufacturer in China |
| Consignee (importer) | A US importer, named in Explorer |
| Ports | China port of lading to a US port of unlading |
| Containers and TEU | Container numbers, container count, TEU, and FCL or LCL |
| Quantity | Package quantity and package type |
| Gross weight | Gross weight in kilograms |
| Date | Arrival date |
Use cases
How do battery manufacturers and traders use CargoFax?
Competitor tracking
Follow competitors' batteries shipments in Vault. Vault shows their suppliers and origins. It emails you about new records.
Competitor trackingBuyer discovery
Explorer lists the companies already importing batteries in each market. It ranks them by recent activity.
Buyer discoveryPricing intelligence
Compare declared values per kilogram of batteries by origin. This works in the markets that publish values.
Pricing intelligenceMarket alerts
Vault emails you when a new importer or exporter appears in your HS codes. It also emails you when a followed company ships again.
Market alertsDelivery
How does battery trade data reach you?
Atlas is the web platform. Explorer searches HS 8507.60, 8507.10, and 8507.20 and the other battery codes. It covers the eight CargoFax markets. It measures results in containers and TEU, units, and weight in tonnes. Vault keeps the products, companies, and routes you follow. Vault emails you when new matching records arrive. US import records arrive daily. Haiti and Peru records arrive weekly. The other markets update monthly.
Files delivers battery records to teams that load them into their own systems. The historical archive comes first. Ongoing increments follow on each market's schedule. Delivery is by FTP, the web interface, or API. Formats are CSV, Excel, JSON, or Parquet.
Products
Which CargoFax product fits battery manufacturers and traders?
Atlas
Search HS 8507.60, 8507.10, and 8507.20 in Explorer and save the searches. Vault keeps the battery suppliers, buyers, and routes you follow. Vault emails you about new records. Atlas includes unlimited searches and downloads in every market.
See AtlasFiles
Files delivers battery records in bulk to battery manufacturers and traders. Teams load them into a BI tool, ERP, or data warehouse. Delivery is by FTP, the web interface, or API. Formats are CSV, Excel, JSON, or Parquet.
See FilesMCP
The CargoFax MCP server lets AI assistants and agents query the same battery records. MCP is in early access for selected clients and prospects. Request access with the form. We will get back to you.
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Battery manufacturers: frequently asked questions
What are the HS codes for batteries and battery materials?
The main Harmonized System (HS) codes for batteries and battery materials are 8507.60, 8507.10, 8507.20, 8507.80, 8507.90, 8506.50, 2836.91, and 2827.39. HS 8507.60 covers lithium-ion accumulators. HS 8507.10 covers lead-acid accumulators for starting piston engines. HS 8507.20 covers other lead-acid accumulators. HS 8507.80 covers other electric accumulators. HS 8507.90 covers parts of electric accumulators, including separators. HS 8506.50 covers lithium primary cells and primary batteries. HS 2836.91 covers lithium carbonates. HS 2827.39 covers other chlorides. CargoFax Atlas Explorer searches each battery code alone or together. The search runs in all eight CargoFax markets.
How is battery trade measured in CargoFax?
In CargoFax, battery trade is measured by containers and TEU. US and Haiti bills of lading carry the container count and TEU. US import records also show FCL or LCL. Battery trade is also measured by units. Declarations in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Argentina, and Uruguay carry declared quantities with their unit. US bills of lading carry the package quantity and package type. Battery trade is also measured by weight in tonnes. US and Haiti bills of lading carry the gross weight. Declarations in Mexico, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Peru, and Uruguay carry gross or net weight.
How do I find importers of batteries and battery materials?
To find importers of batteries and battery materials, search HS 8507.60, 8507.10, 8507.20, 8507.80, 8507.90, 8506.50, 2836.91, and 2827.39 in CargoFax Atlas Explorer. US bills of lading name the consignee and the foreign shipper on most shipments. Haiti records name the importer and the shipper. Atlas Explorer ranks battery importers by containers, TEU, units, or gross weight. Where customs records carry declared values, Explorer also ranks them by value.
Which markets does CargoFax cover for batteries and battery materials?
CargoFax covers batteries and battery materials in eight markets: the United States, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Colombia, Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. Every one of the eight markets carries HS 8507.60, 8507.10, 8507.20, 8507.80, 8507.90, 8506.50, 2836.91, and 2827.39. US and Mexico records carry the most detail for lithium-ion supply chains. Haiti and Dominican Republic records show starter and backup battery demand.
Which countries supply batteries and battery materials to the United States?
CargoFax Atlas Explorer ranks every origin country of US battery imports, from US bills of lading. The ranking covers HS 8507.60, 8507.10, 8507.20, 8507.80, 8507.90, 8506.50, 2836.91, and 2827.39 over any period. Buyers of batteries and battery materials commonly compare China, South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Germany, and Poland. Run the search in Explorer for the current ranking.
How often is batteries and battery materials trade data updated?
CargoFax updates batteries and battery materials trade data on each market's schedule. US bill of lading records are updated daily, with about a one-day lag. Haiti and Peru records are updated weekly. Mexico, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Uruguay, and Argentina records are updated monthly.
Can I track competitors in batteries and battery materials?
Yes. CargoFax Vault follows competitors in batteries and battery materials. Vault is part of CargoFax Atlas. It adds a competitor's new battery records as each market updates. Vault emails you when a followed company or HS code has a new shipment.
Can I see batteries and battery materials trade data before I buy?
Yes. Book a CargoFax demo to see batteries and battery materials trade data before you buy. CargoFax runs your HS codes in Atlas Explorer. The demo shows the battery records for your markets.
How much does batteries and battery materials trade data cost?
CargoFax batteries and battery materials trade data comes with a CargoFax Atlas plan. Plans are billed monthly or annually. The price depends on the markets and data access you choose. See the CargoFax pricing page, or book a demo for a quote.
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