E-Waste Mercury Tilt Switches from Japan
Scrap mercury-switches salvaged from old thermostats and electronics appliances. Directly covered by HTS 8549.91.00.00 for electrical waste containing mercury components. High recycling value for mercury recovery.
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%
Import Tips
• Ship under UN3506 hazardous waste code; require end-user recycling permits; avoid mixing with non-mercury scrap to prevent reclassification