Exhausted Solar Panel Lead-Acid Batteries
Deep-cycle lead-acid batteries from off-grid solar systems, sulfated and broken from over-discharge cycles. These spent accumulators contain lead and are intended for lead recycling, falling under tariff item 8549.12.00.
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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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the batteries are still usable for energy storage
Usable batteries are not waste and are classified as accumulators.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Package batteries to prevent short circuits and acid leaks during transport
• Provide evidence of the recycling facility to satisfy CBSA waste import requirements
• Verify the batteries are non-functional to avoid misclassification
Related Products under Tariff item 8549.12.00
Depleted Marine Lead-Acid Starting Batteries
Depleted marine lead-acid starting batteries that have been rendered unusable by saltwater corrosion and internal shorting. They are spent electric accumulators containing lead, destined for lead recovery, and therefore fall under tariff item 8549.12.00.
Depleted Telecom Lead-Acid Backup Batteries
Large lead-acid backup batteries from telecom exchanges, worn out from deep cycling and designated for dismantling and lead recovery. These spent electric accumulators contain lead and are classified under tariff item 8549.12.00 as waste for recovery.
Discarded Lead-Acid Forklift Batteries
Heavy-duty industrial lead-acid forklift batteries that are broken down and unusable due to sulfation and plate degradation. These spent accumulators contain lead and are intended for lead smelting recovery, fitting tariff item 8549.12.00.
Exhausted Electric Fence Lead Batteries
Exhausted electric fence controller batteries from remote areas, deep-cycled to failure and containing lead for recovery. These spent lead-acid cells are classified under tariff item 8549.12.00 as waste containing lead.
Failed Backup Generator Lead Batteries
Starting batteries for standby diesel generators with corroded terminals and low cranking amps from infrequent testing. These spent lead-acid accumulators are designated for lead recovery, fitting tariff item 8549.12.00.
Failed RV Lead-Acid House Batteries
Auxiliary lead-acid batteries from recreational vehicles for house loads, with warped plates and low electrolyte from vibration damage. These spent lead cells are targeted at recovery operations, classified under tariff item 8549.12.00.