Solar Inverter Lead-Acid Battery Scrap from Germany
Scrap lead from deep-cycle lead-acid batteries in off-grid solar power inverters and storage systems. This material is under HTS 7802.00.00.30 as scrap obtained from lead-acid storage batteries.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Partner with certified recyclers for chain-of-custody documentation to prove battery origin
• Check for restricted imports in destination country due to lead content under REACH or TSCA
• Separate separators and electrolytes prior to export to minimize hazmat classification