Mixed Primary Cell Battery Scrap with Mercury from Japan
Assorted alkaline and zinc-carbon primary batteries from consumer devices, some containing mercury oxide cells, for silver recovery. Fits 8549.21.00.00 due to primary cells and mercury presence. Volume-packed for recycling.
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
• Segregate button cells if possible to simplify compliance; use secondary containment packaging; obtain prior consent from receiving state EPA