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U.S. imports of waste, scrap & spent lead-acid accumulators (HS 854911) totaled $101K in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Waste, Scrap & Spent Lead-Acid Accumulators imports of $101K in April 2026 ran 20% below the year-to-date monthly average of $126K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSpent and scrap lead-acid accumulators — the dominant battery chemistry in automotive and industrial backup-power applications — are split at the 10-digit level based on whether recovery of lead is the intended purpose: 8549111040 and 8549111080 cover spent primary cells and batteries destined for lead recovery, while 8549119000 captures those not intended for lead recovery. Cross-border flows of lead-acid battery scrap are tightly regulated under the Basel Convention and US EPA hazardous waste export/import rules, and shipments may require EPA consent documentation before entry. Canada and Mexico are the primary sources, consistent with the circular economy logistics of automotive battery recycling in North America.
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Spent lead-acid batteries are classified as hazardous waste under RCRA. Importers must comply with EPA's hazardous waste import regulations, which may require prior notification and consent procedures depending on the country of origin and intended management method. Consulting an environmental compliance specialist alongside a licensed customs broker is strongly recommended.
The US schedule distinguishes between spent primary cells and batteries destined for lead recovery (8549111040 and 8549111080) and those not destined for lead recovery (8549119000). The importer's documented intent and the receiving facility's permitted activity are the key classification determinants, and CBP may request supporting documentation.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $15K | $32.3M | +$32.3M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | -- | $17.7M | +$17.7M |
| INDIA | -- | $1.1M | +$1.1M |
| CANADA | $71K | $868K | +$798K |
| SINT MAARTEN | $10K | -- | -$10K |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8549111040 | SPENT PRMRY CELLS & BATTRS, RECRY OF PB, LEAD-ACID | $85K | -- | -- |
| 8549119000 | SPENT PRMRY CELLS & BATTRS, OTH THAN RECRY OF LEAD | $16K | 6.46% | $1K |
| 8549111080 | SPENT PRMRY CELLS & BATTRS,RECRY OF PB,OTH LD-ACID | $0 | 8.14% | $589 |
SPENT PRMRY CELLS & BATTRS, RECRY OF PB, LEAD-ACID
SPENT PRMRY CELLS & BATTRS, OTH THAN RECRY OF LEAD
SPENT PRMRY CELLS & BATTRS,RECRY OF PB,OTH LD-ACID
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8549111040 | SPENT PRMRY CELLS & BATTRS, RECRY OF PB, LEAD-ACID | $44.8M |
| 8549111080 | SPENT PRMRY CELLS & BATTRS,RECRY OF PB,OTH LD-ACID | $5.5M |
| 8549119000 | SPENT PRMRY CELLS & BATTRS, OTH THAN RECRY OF LEAD | $1.6M |
SPENT PRMRY CELLS & BATTRS, RECRY OF PB, LEAD-ACID
2.9M no
SPENT PRMRY CELLS & BATTRS,RECRY OF PB,OTH LD-ACID
102.8K no
SPENT PRMRY CELLS & BATTRS, OTH THAN RECRY OF LEAD
1.9M kg
MACH FOR RECP/CONVR/TRANS/REGN OF VOICE/IMAGE/DATA
HS 851762
SOLID-STATE NON-VOL SEMICONDUCTOR STORAGE DEVICES
HS 852351
SMARTPHONES
HS 851713
PROCESSORS AND CONTROLLERS, ELECTRONIC INTEG CIRCT
HS 854231
CONTROLS ETC W ELECT APPR F ELECT CONT NOV 1000 V
HS 853710
STATIC CONVERTERS; ADP POWER SUPPLIES
HS 850440
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | -- | $23.7M | +$23.7M |
| HILDAGO, TX | -- | $5.0M | +$5.0M |
| EL PASO, TX | -- | $3.5M | +$3.5M |
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