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U.S. imports of waste & scrap of primary cells, batteries & electric accumulators, spent (nesoi) (HS 854919) totaled $496K in May 2026, traded with 5 countries.
Waste & Scrap of Primary Cells, Batteries & Electric Accumulators, Spent (NESOI) imports of $496K in May 2026 ran 18% above the year-to-date monthly average of $419K.
Last updated: May 2026 dataSpent primary cells, primary batteries, and electric accumulators not covered by the more specific lead-acid or hazardous-metal headings are captured here under a single line, 8549190000. This residual stream includes spent alkaline, zinc-carbon, and other non-hazardous-metal battery types that have reached end of life. Canada and Mexico are the leading suppliers, with the United Kingdom also a notable source — a supply pattern that reflects both geographic proximity and established battery take-back programs in those markets. As with other battery waste streams, EPA import rules and state-level extended producer responsibility programs may impose additional compliance obligations.
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Heading 854913 applies to scrap sorted by chemical type that is NESOI (not elsewhere specified), while 854919 covers spent cells and batteries that are NESOI more broadly, including those that may not be sorted. If spent alkaline batteries are sorted and documented as a single chemistry stream, 854913 may be the more precise classification; if they are mixed with other non-hazardous spent batteries, 854919 is more appropriate. A customs broker should review the specific shipment composition.
Yes. Several US states have enacted EPR laws requiring producers and importers of batteries to fund or participate in take-back and recycling programs. Importers of spent batteries should assess state-level obligations in the states where goods will be managed or sold, in addition to federal EPA requirements.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8549190000 | WASTE,SCRAP/SPENT PRIM CEL,BATT,ELEC ACCUM ETC NES | $430K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
WASTE,SCRAP/SPENT PRIM CEL,BATT,ELEC ACCUM ETC NES
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8549190000 | WASTE,SCRAP/SPENT PRIM CEL,BATT,ELEC ACCUM ETC NES | $10.1M |
WASTE,SCRAP/SPENT PRIM CEL,BATT,ELEC ACCUM ETC NES
7.3M 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
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | -- | $3.7M | +$3.7M |
| Wisconsin | $357K | $1.6M | +$1.3M |
| Pennsylvania | -- | $1.7M | +$1.7M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | -- | $3.7M | +$3.7M |
| CHAMPLAIN-ROUSES POINT, NY | $40K | $1.8M | +$1.7M |
| PORT HURON, MI | $357K | $1.1M | +$728K |