Discarded Lead-Acid Forklift Batteries from Japan
Heavy-duty industrial lead-acid forklift batteries, broken down and unusable due to sulfation and plate degradation, intended for lead smelting recovery. These spent accumulators containing lead fall under tariff item 8549.12.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
0%
PGA flags
No agency flag on this HTS number in the CBSA Single Window matching criteria.
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Ensure batteries are drained and classified as waste for lead recovery
• Verify they are not rechargeable
• Follow CBSA guidelines for importing hazardous materials