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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%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

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

Used EV Traction Lead Batteries from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8549.12.80.00