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Spent Zinc-Carbon Battery Collection

Unsorted bulk of depleted zinc-carbon batteries from flashlights and radios, neither usable nor rechargeable. Meets HTS 8549.14.00.00 criteria for unsorted primary cell scrap excluding lead, cadmium, mercury.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2620.19Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If sorted zinc-carbon waste

Sorted ash/residue from zinc-carbon batteries under Chapter 26 slag/waste.

7901Lower: 15.5% vs 20%

If high zinc content and sorted

Zinc waste/scrap classified under Chapter 79 when sorted.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide recycling facility EPA ID and end-use statement for waste import permit

• Weigh and sample for metal content declaration accuracy

• Avoid bulk shipping without stabilization; corrosion risk common in zinc-carbon scrap