Battery Recycling Lead Ash

Ash generated from lead-acid battery recycling operations, primarily containing lead compounds and arsenic traces for further metal recovery. Falls under HTS 2620.29.00 as 'other' residues containing mainly lead, suitable for industrial extraction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8549.11.10Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If imported as sealed lead-acid battery scrap

Intact battery scrap may classify under Chapter 85 as electrical waste rather than residues.

2620.19Lower: 10% vs 35%

If containing mainly zinc instead of lead

Primary zinc content directs to the zinc subheading within 2620.

3825.30.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If further processed into metaliferous compounds

Advanced chemical compounds of metals fall under heading 3825.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include recycling process documentation confirming non-municipal waste origin

โ€ข Report metal content via assay without deductions as per statistical requirements

โ€ข Comply with EPA hazardous waste manifests due to lead and arsenic concentrations