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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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