Lead-Acid Battery Scrap from UPS Systems from Canada
Scrap consisting of used lead-acid electric accumulators recovered from uninterruptible power supply units, containing lead plates and electrolyte. Classified under HTS 8549.31.00.00 due to the presence of lead-acid accumulators, explicitly listed in the subheading for electrical and electronic waste. These are non-functional units destined for recycling.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA hazardous waste manifests and verify recycler certifications; declare lead content accurately to avoid penalties; ensure transport complies with UN 2794 regulations for used lead batteries