Spent Nickel-Cadmium Rechargeable Batteries
Exhausted NiCd battery packs from power tools, with cadmium anode degraded beyond rechargeability due to dendrite formation. These spent electric accumulators contain cadmium and are classified as electrical and electronic waste 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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the batteries are lead-acid
Lead-acid spent accumulators are classified under 8549.11.00.
If cadmium content is below regulatory thresholds
Batteries without significant cadmium may fall under the residual subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Discharge the batteries completely before shipping to reduce fire risk
• Clearly mark packages as containing cadmium waste for customs and environmental review
• Keep records of the battery composition for CBSA verification
Related Products under Tariff item 8549.12.00
Depleted Marine Lead-Acid Starting Batteries
Depleted marine lead-acid starting batteries from boats, internally shorted and unusable due to saltwater corrosion. These spent electric accumulators contain lead and are designated for lead recovery, falling 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.
Depleted Zinc-Mercury Button Cell Batteries
Tiny spent mercury oxide button cells from watches and calculators, exhausted and containing mercury-zinc chemistry. These are non-rechargeable primary cells that have reached end of life and are classified as electrical and electronic waste and scrap under tariff item 8549.12.00.
Discarded Alkaline Batteries with Mercury
Worn-out household alkaline batteries containing trace mercury in the cathode material, no longer capable of powering devices due to electrolyte depletion. These spent primary cells are classified as electrical and electronic waste under tariff item 8549.12.00 because of their mercury content.
Discarded Lead-Acid Forklift Batteries
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.
Exhausted Cadmium Hearing Aid Batteries
Miniature spent NiCd or silver-cadmium cells from medical hearing aids, no longer providing voltage due to electrolyte dry-out. These exhausted rechargeable accumulators contain cadmium and are classified as electrical and electronic waste under tariff item 8549.12.00.