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Depleted Marine Lead-Acid Starting Batteries from Germany

Cranking batteries from boats exposed to saltwater corrosion, internally shorted and unusable. Fits HTS 8549.12.40.00 criteria for spent lead accumulators designated for lead recovery.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Rinse salt residue thoroughly; use corrosion-resistant packaging; declare marine origin for treaty compliance