Lead-Acid Battery Scrap from UPS Systems from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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