Telecom Tower Backup Lead Battery from Japan
High-capacity spent VRLA lead-acid batteries from cell tower backups, end-of-life after 10+ years. HTS 8549.11.10 as waste for lead recovery in critical infrastructure recycling.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Coordinate with FCC Universal Service Fund recycling programs; use specialized heavy-lift hazmat transport; declare precise Ah capacity for statistical reporting