Mixed Consumer Lithium Primary Battery Scrap from Japan
Unsorted scrap from spent lithium primary batteries (e.g., CR123A, coin cells) used in cameras and watches, depleted and non-rechargeable. Falls under HTS 8549.14.00.00 as unsorted spent primary cells free of lead, cadmium, and mercury per chapter notes.
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%
Import Tips
• Obtain Basel Convention prior informed consent for transboundary e-waste movement
• Label shipments clearly as 'spent primary cells - unsorted' to prevent inspection delays