Spent Alkaline Batteries with PCB Contamination
Used household alkaline batteries cross-contaminated with PCBs from mixed waste streams, for minor precious metal recovery. Meets dual criteria of primary cells and PCBs in 8549.21.00.00. Consumer collection bins.
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If no PCB presence detected
Standard spent primaries without additional listed hazards
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document collection source to trace contamination; dual-hazard manifest required; small quantities may qualify for universal waste simplification
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