Used AA Alkaline Batteries Scrap from Germany
Scrap consisting of spent AA alkaline primary batteries collected from consumer electronics waste. Classified under HTS 8549.91.00.00 because it contains primary cells that are no longer usable due to wear and cannot be recharged. This subheading specifically covers electrical waste with hazardous primary batteries.
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 import approval and provide battery composition certificates; ensure proper packaging to prevent leakage during transit; declare exact hazardous content to avoid customs penalties