Spent Deep Cycle Lead-Acid Battery from Japan
Worn-out deep cycle lead-acid battery from marine/RV applications, unable to maintain charge due to plate degradation. HTS 8549.11.10.80 applies to such spent accumulators collected for lead reclamation.
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
• Include lab reports proving non-rechargeability to prevent reclassification; use UN-approved acid-resistant drums; check Basel Convention rules for transboundary e-waste movement