Sealed VRLA AGM Lead Battery Waste

Valve-regulated lead-acid absorbed glass mat batteries from consumer electronics, fully spent. Classifies under 8549.11.10 regardless of sealed technology for lead reclamation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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8507.10.00Higher: 53.5% vs 17.5%

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Brand new VRLA batteries import as functional goods under primary cells heading

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Import Tips & Compliance

No special exemption needed for AGM vs flooded types; provide lab test confirming spent status; common error - classify under lithium heading 8549.12

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