Sealed VRLA AGM Lead Battery Waste from Japan
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 — 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
• No special exemption needed for AGM vs flooded types; provide lab test confirming spent status; common error - classify under lithium heading 8549.12