Scrap Emergency Lighting Lead Batteries from Mexico
NiCd-replacement lead-acid batteries from exit signs and emergency lights, depleted and leaking after shelf life expiration. Classed under 8549.12.40.00 as lead-containing spent accumulators for recovery.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label with UN 2794 proper shipping name; incinerate plastics separately if needed; track chain of custody for EPA audits