Spent Lead-Acid Car Batteries from Mexico
Used automotive lead-acid batteries that are no longer usable due to wear and sulfation, containing lead electrodes and sulfuric acid electrolyte. Classified under HTS 8549.12.8000 as spent primary cells or batteries containing lead, neither rechargeable nor functional as power sources.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA hazardous waste manifests and comply with TSCA import notifications for lead content; verify batteries are truly spent (non-rechargeable); arrange certified recycling facility destination