Description: Mercury free primary batteries can be exported to Japan by sea, with full container load (FCL) and less than container load (LCL) options available. Direct flights from Shenzhen/Guangzhou to Tokyo, Osaka, and Kobe take about 5-10 days, and door-to-door double clearance with taxes included takes about 10-18 days. One fixed price all inclusive: ocean freight, customs clearance, Japanese customs clearance, customs duties, 10% consumption tax, and final delivery. Alkaline dry batteries (HS 8506.10) are exempt from import tariffs, and dry batteries are usually not within the mandatory certification scope of PSE. MSDS (English or Japanese version) is required UN38.3、 Transportation appraisal report. The classification of hazardous materials for batteries is UN3028 Class 8 corrosive substances (not Class 9 for lithium batteries), and the outer box is labeled with UN3028 and Class 8 labels. When booking, the acceptance of non hazardous written approval by the shipping company shall prevail. The packaging must be designed to prevent short circuits and pass a 1.2-meter drop test. The gross weight limit of a single item should be confirmed according to the shipping company's DG or non hazardous regulations. Brand product authorization letter, wooden pallets must be fumigated with IPPC. Double clearance with tax included, delivery throughout Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya.

The logic behind exporting mercury free primary batteries to Japan is quite different from exporting to Europe, America, and Southeast Asia. Japan's import control on alkaline dry batteries is relatively restrained - there is no mandatory PSE certification, no product access permit like SIRIM or BIS, but this does not mean that they can be shipped as regular goods at will. The things that are really easy to get stuck in Tokyo or Osaka ports are often a few "seemingly uncomplicated but easily wrong" things: the exemption conditions of UN3028 are not fully understood, and the outer box is required to be rectified as dangerous goods; Item 14 of MSDS does not match the actual shipping name; Commercial invoices confuse consumption tax and customs duties; There is no Japanese labeling on the product, and Japanese importers are required to make corrections during the distribution process. We specialize in exporting battery products from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan to Japan, using full container load (FCL) shipping. We carefully review these details before loading into the container.

1、 Shipping price and delivery time of mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Japan by sea

1. Shipping time for mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Japan

Departing from Yantian in Shenzhen, Nansha in Guangzhou, or Dongguan Port, with direct flights to Tokyo, Osaka, and Kobe, the sea journey takes about 5-8 days. The whole container takes about 10-15 days from door to door (including customs clearance and delivery), and LCL takes about 12-18 days. The Japanese Customs NACCS electronic customs clearance system has a standard lead time of about 1-3 days, and fully documented battery goods usually do not experience additional delays. During the peak season from June to September, cabin availability may be tight, so booking 2-3 weeks in advance is more relaxed.

2. Shipping price of mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Japan by sea

The quoted price includes all costs, including sea freight, domestic trailer customs clearance, Japanese import customs clearance, consumption tax, and final delivery. It should be calculated clearly before signing the contract and no additional charges will be made thereafter.

2、 Tax and fee structure for shipping mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Japan: zero tariff, with costs mainly in the form of consumption tax and terminal fees

When alkaline dry batteries (HS 8506.10) entered Japan, the tariff itself was zero. This is different from most markets, as there is no need for a certificate of origin to "fight" for zero tariffs. It is already zero. The true subject of taxes and fees is consumption tax, with a standard tax rate of 10%, calculated at (CIF price+tariff) x 10%. Since the tariff is zero, the actual CIF price is x 10%. In addition, there will be customs handling fees and final delivery fees incurred during the import process in Japan, which vary depending on the number of tickets and delivery area, and will be included in the fixed price in advance.

One concept that needs to be distinguished is that independently sold mercury free alkaline dry batteries themselves are not subject to PSE regulation under the Electrical Appliance Safety Law. PSE targets electrical appliances and lithium-ion batteries connected to the mains, and products powered by pure dry batteries are not within the scope of mandatory PSE. But this does not mean that the preparation at the document level can be ignored, MSDS and transportation identification are still the basis for booking and customs clearance.

3、 Customs clearance documents and processes for mercury free primary batteries shipped from Shenzhen to Japan: the key lies in the exemption logic of UN3028

Level 1: UN3028's "exemption" is not automatic, but conditional

Alkaline dry batteries are classified as UN3028 under the IMDG regulations, with a hazard category of Class 8 (corrosive substances), and the correct transport name is "battery, dry, containing solid potassium hydroxide". IMDG Special Regulation 304 provides an exemption path: if the battery casing, even if cracked, does not cause corrosive electrolyte to leak to the outside of the battery, and is properly placed in the packaging with anti short circuit measures taken for the electrodes, then the goods are not subject to other provisions of IMDG rules, and alkaline manganese batteries, zinc carbon batteries, etc. are typical objects of this exemption.

The practical meaning of this exemption is that one can apply to the shipping company for booking as non hazardous goods, but must actively submit MSDS and transportation appraisal reports, which will be reviewed and confirmed by the shipping company on a ticket by ticket basis, rather than default to general cargo shipment. If this step is skipped during booking, the goods may be required to make a dangerous goods declaration or repackage upon arrival at the port, which will take into account both time and cost.

Level 2: MSDS and Transportation Identification Certificate - Item 14 must match

MSDS recommends bilingual English or Japanese English, GHS format, and the 14th item of transportation information must be consistent with the IMDG code, indicating UN3028, Class 8, correct transportation name, and packaging category. The cargo transportation condition appraisal report must clearly determine whether it is a "non dangerous goods" or a "dangerous goods (UN3028)", and correspond exactly to the product name, model, and mercury content on the MSDS and commercial invoice. If Japanese importers are required by customs to explain the transportation properties of batteries during customs clearance, this appraisal certificate is the first basis.

Third level: Commercial invoice and declaration - separate tariff and consumption tax

Commercial invoices must list the model, voltage, capacity, mercury content ("Mercury Free" or "0% Hg"), unit price, and total price item by item. Due to zero tariffs, the invoice does not need to reflect the amount of tariffs, but the 10% consumption tax will be levied by customs during the customs clearance process and paid by the freight forwarder under DDP service. The invoice name should avoid writing "Batteries" in a general way, and should be specific to "Alkali manganese dry battery, LR6/AA, 1.5V, mercury free".

Brand products must be accompanied by a brand authorization letter, which clearly includes Japan in the scope of authorization. Japanese customs have strict enforcement of intellectual property rights, and unauthorized branded batteries may be confiscated even if they are parallel imported genuine products.

Fourth level: Customs clearance process at the destination port

1. Pre review of documents (before shipment): Check MSDS, transportation appraisal certificate, commercial invoice, and brand authorization letter item by item to confirm that the UN3028 exemption path has been confirmed in writing by the shipping company during the booking stage

2. Booking (7-10 days before shipment): Submit DG Form or non hazardous application, accompanied by MSDS and identification certificate, and have the shipping company confirm the acceptance method

3. Port declaration (after arrival): Submit import declaration through the NACCS system, and pay consumption tax after tax review

4. Tax payment release: pay 10% consumption tax on behalf of others

5. End delivery: Delivery throughout Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Kobe

Fifth level: Customs clearance documents

Customs clearance document list: original/electronic bill of lading, commercial invoice (including model, voltage, mercury content, UN number), packing list, MSDS (bilingual recommendation in English/Japanese), goods transportation condition appraisal certificate, brand authorization letter (if applicable), wooden packaging fumigation certificate (if applicable).

4、 Several easy pitfalls in shipping mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Japan by sea

UN3028 exemption is not "exempt from declaration". The exemption applies to the dangerous goods transportation procedures under the IMDG regulations, and does not need to be specified during booking. The shipping company needs to see the MSDS and identification certificate to confirm the acceptance method, skipping this step is equivalent to leaving the risk at the port.

2. PSE is not suitable for standalone dry batteries, but should not be confused with "charger/whole machine". The mercury free alkaline dry batteries sold independently do not require PSE, but if there are matching charging adapters or complete machines connected to the mains in the same shipment, the PSE obligation needs to be determined separately and cannot be generalized.

3. Japanese annotation is a commercial reality, not just a regulatory issue. Japanese regulations do not have a unified "Japanese must" clause for mandatory labeling of the origin of primary batteries like textiles. However, Japanese importers and channels generally require Japanese product names, models, usage precautions, and "Made in China" or "Made in China" labels on the product body or packaging. Pure English or unmarked batteries are prone to being required to be corrected in the distribution process in Japan, which affects the pace of distribution.

4. The consumption tax is calculated at 10% based on CIF price, please do not omit it when quoting. Zero tariffs can easily lead people to mistakenly believe that there is no tax, but a 10% consumption tax is a real cost item that must be included in the DDP quotation.

5. IPPC label for wooden packaging. Japan implements the ISPM 15 standard, and solid wood pallets and wooden boxes must undergo heat treatment or fumigation and be marked with IPPC. It is recommended to prioritize the use of plywood fumigation free pallets or plastic pallets to save processing steps.

5、 Shipping packaging requirements for mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Japan

1. Packaging requirements

The core packaging of mercury free primary batteries is to prevent short circuits and electrolyte leakage, which is also a prerequisite for the establishment of the UN3028 exemption path. Batteries must be individually packaged or electrodes must be insulated for protection. Non conductive materials should be used to separate batteries to ensure that no short circuits occur during transportation. Each inner packaging must be able to withstand a 1.2-meter drop test in any orientation without any content movement, battery damage, or short circuit. The outer box shall be handled according to the method confirmed by the shipping company at the time of booking: if accepted as non hazardous, the outer box may be marked as "Not restricted" or handled according to the requirements of the shipping company; If accepted according to UN3028, a Class 8 hazardous material label and the correct transport name must be affixed. The weight of a single box should not exceed 30kg, with one side not exceeding 150cm. The box should be sealed with an "H" shape and the width of the tape should be ≥ 5cm. Adequate cushioning materials should be stuffed inside the box to prevent the goods from shaking inside. The climate in Japan is maritime, and the humidity in shipping containers is high. It is recommended to place desiccants inside the containers.

2. Label requirements

In terms of labeling: the product body or packaging should be labeled with "Mercury Free", "Made in China" or "Made in China", model and voltage; Japanese product names and usage guidelines can significantly reduce resistance in the distribution process; Outer box label and specific product name; Fragile item label "FRAGILE" or Japanese "Caution when cutting".

In Japan, the threshold for battery exports is not certification, but rather confirmation of transportation attributes and document consistency in the booking process. We will provide written confirmation from the shipping company for the UN3028 exemption route, ensure consistency between MSDS item 14 and the appraisal certificate, and accurately record the 10% consumption tax. We will review each item before loading the container, and do not allow the goods to be returned for replenishment after arriving in Tokyo or Osaka. We follow the container loading process from Guangzhou, Dongguan, and Shenzhen, including sea freight, customs clearance, tax payment, and delivery. You hand over the goods to the domestic warehouse, and we will cover the rest of the way for you.

Shenzhen Andaxun International Logistics Co., Ltd

-Contact phone number: 0755-2968 6566

-Company Address: Xintian Avenue, Fuhai, Bao'an District, Shenzhen

-Main business: International shipping, FBA dedicated line, export of battery products, door-to-door double clearance and tax package

*For the export of mercury free alkaline dry batteries to Japan, the HS 8506.10 tariff is 0, and the consumption tax is 10% based on CIF price; Mercury free alkaline dry batteries sold independently are not subject to PSE regulation, but the matching charger or integration into the mains power system needs to be judged separately; UN3028 hazard category is Class 8, and IMDG special regulation 304 allows exemption from dangerous goods transportation procedures under the conditions of battery shell leakage prevention and short-circuit protection packaging. However, MSDS and transportation identification certificate must be submitted to the shipping company and confirmed in writing before booking as non hazardous; Item 14 of MSDS must be consistent with the product name and model on the appraisal certificate and invoice; Brand products must be accompanied by an authorization letter; Wooden packaging must be marked with IPPC, and it is recommended to use plywood fumigation free pallets. It is recommended to book shipping 2-3 weeks in advance during peak season. ）*