8549.12.40.00/Discarded Lead-Acid Forklift Batteries/Japan

Discarded Lead-Acid Forklift Batteries from Japan

Heavy-duty industrial lead-acid batteries from forklifts, broken down and unusable due to sulfation and plate degradation, intended for lead smelting recovery. HTS 8549.12.40.00 applies to these spent accumulators containing lead for recycling.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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Import Tips

• Neutralize electrolyte acid before shipping; include weight certificates for lead content; avoid mixing with lithium batteries to prevent contamination

Discarded Lead-Acid Forklift Batteries from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8549.12.40.00