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NiCad Rechargeable Battery Scrap from Germany

Scrap nickel-cadmium electric accumulators from cordless power tools, containing cadmium electrodes. Classified under HTS 8549.31.00.00 for electronic waste with cadmium-containing accumulators. Fully discharged and non-rechargeable units for hazardous 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

• Verify batteries are drained below 5% charge per DOT rules; obtain battery recycling certification; declare as UN 2795 batteries, wet, spilled