Lead-Acid Battery Scrap from China
Scrap material consisting primarily of used lead plates and grids from dismantled lead-acid batteries, containing over 50% lead by weight. Classified under HTS 7802.00.00.60 as 'other' lead waste and scrap, distinct from refined lead or lead alloys.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA recycling certification and hazardous waste manifest; lead scrap often requires special handling
• Verify lead content exceeds 99% or classify as alloy if lower; provide assay reports
• Avoid misdeclaration as batteries (HTS 8507) to prevent duty penalties