8549.12.80.00/Used EV Traction Lead Batteries/Japan

Used EV Traction Lead Batteries from Japan

Heavy-duty spent lead-acid batteries from electric vehicle traction packs, dendrite-damaged and non-rechargeable. Classified 8549.12.8000 as lead-containing spent accumulators.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Comply with vehicle battery recycling directives; provide voltage/capacity degradation data; DOT special permits for large format cells