Battery Grade Lead Monoxide Flake from Japan
Flaked litharge (PbO) optimized for lead-acid battery plate paste formation. Falls under HTS 2824.90.50.00 as other lead oxides, pure chemical compound per Chapter 28 definitions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide battery industry end-use letters to justify classification over preparations
• Test for free lead content (<0.1%) to prevent reclassification as metal
• Register with state environmental agencies for lead handling permits