8549.19.00.00/Spent AA Alkaline Batteries/Japan

Spent AA Alkaline Batteries from Japan

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.

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

• 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