Lead-Acid Battery Scrap
Scrap material consisting primarily of used lead plates and grids from dismantled lead-acid batteries, containing over 50% lead by weight. This material qualifies as 'other' lead waste and scrap under tariff item 7802.00.00, distinct from battery-specific classifications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the lead content exceeds 50% by weight to ensure classification under this item
• Separate the scrap from any non-lead components to avoid mixed-material classification
• Keep records of the dismantling process for CBSA verification
Related Products under Tariff item 7802.00.00
Bullet Lead Scrap
Bullet lead scrap consists of range sweepings and manufacturing overruns of lead bullets and shot, collected from shooting ranges and ammunition plants. This material is no longer usable as ammunition and is destined for recycling, qualifying as lead waste and scrap under tariff item 7802.00.00. Unfired ammunition remains classified under heading 93.06.
Cable Lead Sheath Scrap
Cable lead sheath scrap is lead sheathing stripped from decommissioned power and communication cables, often with residual insulation. This material is recovered for recycling and qualifies as lead waste and scrap under tariff item 7802.00.00. Intact cables are classified elsewhere.
EV Lead-Acid Battery Scrap from Golf Carts
EV lead-acid battery scrap from golf carts consists of lead waste from 6V or 12V lead-acid batteries powering electric golf carts and low-speed vehicles. This material is imported for recycling and qualifies as lead waste and scrap under tariff item 7802.00.00. The lead plates and grids are recovered.
Fishing Lead Sinker Scrap
Fishing lead sinker scrap includes waste lead shot, split shots, and sinkers collected from fishing tackle manufacturers and lost gear recovery. This material is no longer usable as tackle and is imported for recycling, qualifying as lead waste and scrap under tariff item 7802.00.00. Retail-ready sinkers are classified under heading 95.07.
Forklift Lead-Acid Battery Scrap
Forklift lead-acid battery scrap is scrap material from lead-acid storage batteries in industrial forklifts, primarily lead grids and oxide paste. This material is imported for recycling and qualifies as lead waste and scrap under tariff item 7802.00.00. The lead is recovered from the battery components.
Lead-Acid Battery Scrap from Automotive Batteries
Lead-acid battery scrap from automotive batteries is scrap lead obtained from dismantled lead-acid storage batteries used in automobiles, containing lead plates, grids, and paste residues. This material is imported for recycling and qualifies as lead waste and scrap under tariff item 7802.00.00.