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Depleted Go-Kart Racing Starter Battery from Japan

High-performance spent lead-acid battery from go-kart racing vehicles for quick engine starts, now worn for recycling. Classed in HTS 8549.11.10.40 as scrap starter lead-acid accumulators for lead recovery. Compact, high-discharge design.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Classify based on original 'kind used for starting engines' not current condition; Ensure chain-of-custody records from racing teams; Comply with TSCA for lead imports

Depleted Go-Kart Racing Starter Battery from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8549.11.10.40