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Emergency Lighting Waste Battery

Spent sealed lead-acid battery from building emergency exit lights, failed after years of standby drain. HTS 8549.11.10.80 applies to these small spent accumulators for lead reclamation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8530.80.00.00Higher: 37.5% vs 20%

If functional in lighting sets

Operational electrical lighting equipment keeps batteries classified with the apparatus

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Batch by model for consistent valuation; low acid content may simplify shipping; verify fire safety compliance history

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