Discarded Lithium-Ion Battery Packs with Cadmium Traces from Mexico
> Discarded lithium-ion battery packs with cadmium traces are e-waste from end-of-life laptops and phones, containing electric accumulators with cadmium impurities. These packs are destined for gold and silver recovery from their electronic components. This product falls under tariff item 8549.21.00 because it contains electric accumulators and cadmium, both listed in this item.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• > Ensure the battery packs are fully discharged and documented as waste for recovery to avoid classification as functional batteries
• Provide a breakdown of the cadmium content, as it may trigger hazardous waste import rules
• Verify if a permit from Environment and Climate Change Canada is required for battery waste