Customs tariff code 8549.31.00: Containing primary cells, primary batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches…
Reference data as at 1 July 2026
Customs tariff code 8549.31.00 covers Containing primary cells, primary batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches, glass from cathode-ray tubes or other activated glass, or electrical or electronic components containing cadmium, mercury, lead or polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs). The third-country duty rate is 0 %, plus import VAT.
8549.31.00 is CN code in the EU customs tariff, in chapter 85. This page shows the full classification path, the duty rate, the official comparison cases, and the notes that govern this code.
This code is not declarable on its own. A declaration needs one of the subdivisions beneath it.
- Customs code
- 8549.31.00
- Third-country duty
- 0 %
- Declarable
- No
- Binding rulings
- 3
Where this code sits in the tariff
- 85ELECTRICAL MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT AND PARTS THEREOF; SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, TELEVISION IMAGE AND SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, AND PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF SUCH ARTICLES
- 8549Electrical and electronic waste and scrap
- 8549.31Containing primary cells, primary batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches, glass from cathode-ray tubes or other activated glass, or electrical or electronic components containing cadmium, mercury, lead or polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)
- 8549.31.00Containing primary cells, primary batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches, glass from cathode-ray tubes or other activated glass, or electrical or electronic components containing cadmium, mercury, lead or polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)
From HS code to customs tariff code 8549.31.00
Duty rates and preferences
| Origin | Duty rate | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Third-country duty | 0 % | MFN |
| Switzerland | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| Faroe Islands | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| Melilla | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| Occupied palestinian Territory | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| Türkiye | 0 % | Customs Union Duty |
| San Marino | 0 % | Customs Union Duty |
| Andorra | 0 % | Customs Union Duty |
| EU-Switzerland agreement: re-imported goods | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| GSP-EBA (Special arrangement for the least-developed countries… | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| GSP+ (incentive arrangement for sustainable development and… | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| Moldova, Republic of | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| Ecuador | 0 % | Tariff preference |
Rates from the EU TARIC database. Preferential rates require valid proof of origin.
Binding tariff information for this code
Conform descrierii solicitantului si imaginilor publicate in baza de date, marfa reprezinta deseuri de monitoare si televizoare cu tub CRT, avand cea mai mare latura de max. 100 cm, de culoare predominant alba, argintie sau neagra, livrate pe paleti. Deseurile au in compozitie metale feroase si neferoase, sticla si plastic si sunt destinate tratarii si reciclarii in cadrul unei instalatii autorizate. Fractiile rezultate in urma procesului de reciclare sunt, in principal, urmatoarele: deseu sticla panou frontal, deseu sticla con, deseu plastic, deseu fier, deseu placa de circuit imprimat. Aceste fractii sunt expediate pentru valorificare finala catre parteneri autorizati.
Marfa reprezinta deseuri de monitoare si televizoare cu tub CRT, cu cea mai mare latura max. 100 cm, de culoare in general alba, argintie sau neagra, livrate pe paleti. Deseurile au in compozitie metale feroase si neferoase, sticla, plastic. Deseurile vor fi prelucrate si dezasamblate pe componente in fabrica de reciclare. Fractiile rezultate in urma procesului de reciclare sunt, in principal, urmatoarele: deseu sticla panou frontal, deseu sticla con, deseu plastic, deseu fier. Deseurile rezultate in urma reciclarii tuturor deseurilor de echipamente electrice si electronice sunt expediate pentru valorificare finala catre parteneri autorizati.
Marfa reprezinta deseuri de televizoare si monitoare cu ecran plat, de culoare majoritar neagra, cu latura cea mai mare 150 cm, ambalate pe palet sau in big bag. Au in compozitie metale feroase, metale neferoase, plastic si sticla. Deseurile vor fi prelucrate si dezasamblate pe componente in fabrica de reciclare. Fractiile rezultate in urma procesului de reciclare sunt, in principal, urmatoarele: deseu fier, deseu plastic, deseu amestec neferoase. Deseurile rezultate in urma reciclarii tuturor deseurilor de echipamente electrice si electronice sunt expediate pentru valorificare finala catre parteneri autorizati.
Notes that govern this classification
Erläuterungen zum Harmonisierten System (HS) Abfälle und Schrott von elektrischen und elektronischen Geräten („Elektroschrott“) dieser Position umfassen eine breite Palette von Waren und alle Waren, die einen Stecker haben oder eine Batterie benötigen, gelten am Ende ihres Lebenszyklus im Allgemeinen als Elektroschrott. Elektroschrott im Sinne dieser Position sind Waren, die erkennbar nur zur Verwertung, zum Recycling oder zur Entsorgung und nicht zur Reparatur, Wiederaufarbeitung, Wiederinstandsetzung, Wiederverwendung oder Wiederverwertung geeignet sind, um sie ihrem ursprünglichen Verwendungszweck oder einer späteren Verwendung zuzuführen. Es reicht nicht aus, einfach eine gebrauchte Ware zu sein, um Waren zum Elektroschrott zu machen. …
1. Zu Kapitel 85 gehören nicht: a) Bettdecken, Heizkissen, Fußwärmer und ähnliche Gegenstände, mit elektrischer Heizvorrichtung; Kleidung, Schuhe, Ohrenschützer und andere am Körper zu tragende Gegenstände, mit elektrischer Heizvorrichtung (RV E8501A00); b) Glaswaren der Position 7011 (RV E8501B00); c) Maschinen, Apparate und Geräte der Position 8486 (RV E8501C00); d) Staubsauger von der für medizinische, chirurgische, zahnärztliche oder tierärztliche Zwecke verwendeten Art (Position 9018) (RV E8501D00); oder e) elektrisch beheizte Möbel des Kapitels 94 (RV E8501E00). 2. Waren, die sowohl den Positionen 8501 bis 8504 als auch der Position 8511, 8512, 8540, 8541 oder 8542 zugewiesen werden können, sind in eine der fünf zuletzt genannten Positionen einzureihen (RV E8502100). Quecksilberdampfgleichrichter mit Metallgefäß gehören jedoch zu Position 8504 (RV E8502200). 3. …
1. Zu Abschnitt XVI gehören nicht: a) Förderbänder und Treibriemen, aus Kunststoffen des Kapitels 39, Förderbänder und Treibriemen aus vulkanisiertem Kautschuk (Position 4010) sowie Waren zu technischen Zwecken aus Weichkautschuk (Position 4016) (RV C1601A00); b) Waren zu technischen Zwecken aus Leder oder rekonstituiertem Leder (Position 4205) oder aus Pelzfellen (Position 4303) (RV C1601B00); c) Spulen, Hülsen, Röhrchen und ähnliche Träger, aus Stoffen aller Art (z. B. Kapitel 39, 40, 44, 48 oder Abschnitt XV) (RV C1601C00); d) Lochkarten für Jacquard- oder ähnliche Maschinen (z. B. Kapitel 39 oder 48 bzw. …
Subdivisions of this code
Frequently asked questions
What does customs tariff code 8549.31.00 cover?
Code 8549.31.00 covers Containing primary cells, primary batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches, glass from cathode-ray tubes or other activated glass, or electrical or electronic components containing cadmium, mercury, lead or polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs). Classification turns on the material, function, and intended use of the goods, not on their trade name.
What is the duty rate for 8549.31.00?
The third-country duty rate for 8549.31.00 is 0 %. Goods originating in a country with a preferential agreement may qualify for a lower rate against valid proof of origin.
What is the HS code for 8549.31.00?
The first six digits form the HS code: 854931. Those are uniform worldwide, while the further digits carry the EU Combined Nomenclature and the national subdivision.
How many digits does 8549.31.00 have?
8549.31.00 has eight digits and matches the EU Combined Nomenclature. A German import declaration requires the eleven-digit commodity code.
Where does 8549.31.00 sit in the tariff?
8549.31.00 sits in this hierarchy: 85 ELECTRICAL MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT AND PARTS THEREOF; SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, TELEVISION IMAGE AND SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, AND PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF SUCH ARTICLES > 8549 Electrical and electronic waste and scrap > 854931 Containing primary cells, primary batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches, glass from cathode-ray tubes or other activated glass, or electrical or electronic components containing cadmium, mercury, lead or polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs). The parent headings and their notes help decide whether the classification holds.
Is there binding tariff information for 8549.31.00?
Yes. The EBTI database holds decisions on 8549.31.00, for example ROBTI2025/005156. A BTI shows which product characteristics the customs authority relied on.
What happens if the customs tariff code is wrong?
An incorrect code leads to post-clearance recovery of duty and import VAT, delays at clearance, and a penalty where it repeats. A classification with documented reasoning can be defended in an audit.
Does customs tariff code 8549.31.00 change?
8549.31.00 is currently valid. The Combined Nomenclature is amended every 1 January, so master data should be checked against the current tariff annually.
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