Used Lead-Acid Motorcycle Batteries
Conventional flooded lead-acid batteries from motorcycles, drained and sulfated from use, neither usable nor rechargeable. These spent accumulators contain lead and are classified under tariff item 8549.12.00 for lead reclamation.
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 still functional for motorcycle use
Functional batteries are not waste and are classified as accumulators.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Remove all electrolyte and rinse batteries to minimize hazard
• Label as spent lead-acid batteries for recycling
• Ensure the importer has a valid waste import permit from Environment and Climate Change Canada
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.
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.
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.