Spent Solar Panel Lead-Acid Storage Battery from Japan
Deep-discharge lead-acid battery from off-grid solar systems, no longer holding charge due to plate corrosion. Meets 8549.11.90.00 as spent lead-acid accumulator waste for precious metal recovery.
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
• Provide origin certificates showing recycling destination to qualify for duty exemptions
• Label as 'non-spillable' if VRLA type, but test for actual condition