Exhausted Solar Panel Lead-Acid Batteries from Japan
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 — 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
Import Tips
• Test for residual capacity under 80% DoD; separate from PV panels; use ventilated containers for acid fumes