Recycled Forklift Lead-Acid Battery from Japan
End-of-life industrial lead-acid battery from warehouse forklifts, degraded beyond rechargeability from heavy-duty cycling. Classified as spent under 8549.11.90.00 per chapter note definitions for recycling purposes.
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
• Use licensed transporters with EPA ID numbers for chain of custody documentation
• Neutralize electrolytes if possible to reduce hazmat classification
• Avoid undervaluation penalties by declaring accurate weight of lead content