Lead-Acid Battery Scrap from UPS Systems from Mexico
Used lead-acid electric accumulators from uninterruptible power supplies, containing hazardous lead. HTS 8549.91.00.00 applies to this e-waste due to lead content in components. Common in data center recycling streams.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit BAT/lead recycling notifications; neutralize acid residues before shipping; declare weight of lead plates separately