Spent AA Alkaline Batteries
Used AA-sized alkaline primary batteries that are no longer capable of providing power due to chemical depletion and internal wear. These fall under HTS 8549.19.00.00 as spent primary cells that cannot be recharged or used as such, destined for recycling to recover materials like zinc and manganese.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from lead-acid accumulators
Spent lead-acid batteries classify under specific subheading 8549.11 for electric accumulators, not primary cells.
If processed into ash or residue
Leached battery waste or residues fall under Chapter 26 for slag and ash containing metals, not raw spent cells.
If still usable or new waste/scrap
Usable or non-spent battery waste classifies as general electrical scrap under 8548, excluding spent primary cells.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify batteries qualify as 'spent' per chapter notes (non-usable and non-rechargeable) with testing certificates; ensure proper hazardous waste manifests under EPA/DOT rules; segregate from rechargeable types to avoid misclassification
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Depleted Zinc-Carbon D Batteries
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Spent Button Cell Batteries Assortment
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Used 9V Alkaline Primary Batteries
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Exhausted Lithium Thionyl Chloride Batteries
Spent non-rechargeable lithium thionyl chloride cylindrical cells from industrial sensors, depleted and hazardous. Classified as spent primary cells in HTS 8549.19.00.00 for specialized recycling.
Depleted Zinc-Air Hearing Aid Batteries
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