Discarded Telecom Lead-Acid Battery from Japan
End-of-life 48V lead-acid battery pack from telecommunications backup power stations, broken down from overuse. Classified in 8549.11.10.80 as spent lead-acid storage for recovery of lead content.
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
• Document origin from telecom equipment to support scrap status; neutralize electrolytes if possible before shipping; ensure importer has R2 or e-Stewards certification