Sealed VRLA AGM Lead Battery Waste from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• No special exemption needed for AGM vs flooded types; provide lab test confirming spent status; common error - classify under lithium heading 8549.12