8549.21.00.00/Spent Alkaline Batteries with PCB Contamination/Japan

Spent Alkaline Batteries with PCB Contamination from Japan

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.

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

• Document collection source to trace contamination; dual-hazard manifest required; small quantities may qualify for universal waste simplification