European Union Requires Registration of Chinese Alkaline Manganese Dioxide Battery Imports Under CN 8506 10 11

On September 15, 2026, the European Commission published Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/2049 requiring customs authorities to register imports into the Union of cylindrical, non-rechargeable alkaline manganese dioxide primary cells and batteries originating in China and currently classified under CN 8506 10 11. The measure follows the anti-dumping investigation initiated on July 2, 2026.

Registration is intended to preserve the possibility of retroactive anti-dumping duty collection if definitive duties are later imposed and the legal conditions for retroactivity are met. The Regulation itself does not impose a definitive anti-dumping duty.

It enters into force on September 16, 2026 and the registration period expires nine months after entry into force.

Impact

Impact assessment: High.

Key reasons: the measure is binding, immediately changes customs treatment for a defined battery import flow and may preserve exposure to retroactive anti-dumping duties.

Who is affected?

EU importers, customs representatives, Chinese exporters and manufacturers of covered cylindrical alkaline manganese dioxide primary cells and batteries.

Conclusion:

affected importers should identify CN 8506 10 11 shipments of Chinese origin, ensure customs data and origin documentation are accurate and monitor the investigation for any definitive duty and retroactivity decision.