Used Marine Lead-Acid Starter Battery

Corroded lead-acid cranking battery from boats, unusable due to sulfation and incapable of recharge. HTS 8549.11.90.00 for other spent lead-acid accumulators not from motor vehicles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8903Lower: 11% vs 17.5%

If imported with vessel hull

Vessels with installed batteries classified by vessel type, not as separate waste.

8549.11.10Same rate: 17.5%

If proven from road vehicles

Distinction based on original vehicle source narrows to motor vehicle subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Rinse exteriors to remove corrosion before shipping to avoid contamination claims

Declare saltwater exposure if applicable for proper waste profiling

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