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Failed Solar Panel Lead-Acid Batteries from Japan

Deep-cycle lead-acid batteries from off-grid solar systems, capacity reduced to zero from over-discharge and plate shedding. HTS 8549.12.8000 as spent lead-containing accumulators.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Prove deep-cycle wear via capacity test reports; coordinate with solar waste recycling programs; beware anti-dumping on lead scrap