Mixed Primary Cell Battery Scrap with Mercury
Mixed primary cell battery scrap with mercury includes assorted alkaline and zinc-carbon primary batteries from consumer devices, some containing mercury oxide cells, for silver recovery. It falls under this tariff item because it contains primary cells and mercury.
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 solely spent primary cells without mercury or other hazardous components
Spent primary cells are classified under subheading 8549.11.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure batteries are spent and document mercury content for CBSA
• Follow Canadian transport regulations for hazardous batteries
• Provide evidence of silver recovery to qualify
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