Exhausted Solar Panel Lead-Acid Batteries from Germany
Deep-cycle lead-acid batteries paired with off-grid solar systems, sulfated and broken from over-discharge cycles. HTS 8549.12.40.00 designates these spent cells for lead recycling recovery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Test for residual capacity under 80% DoD; separate from PV panels; use ventilated containers for acid fumes