Spent Lead-Acid Car Battery from Mexico
A used 12-volt lead-acid battery from an automobile, no longer capable of holding a charge due to sulfation and plate degradation. Classified under HTS 8549.11.10 as spent lead-acid accumulators intended for lead recovery through recycling processes like smelting. Meets the definition of 'spent' as it cannot be recharged or used as such.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA hazardous waste import permit and comply with RCRA regulations for lead-acid batteries; ensure battery casings are drained of acid to avoid liquid hazardous classification; provide recycler certification proving intent for lead recovery