Recycled Forklift Lead-Acid Battery from Mexico
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 — 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
• 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