Commercial Soup Kettle
A commercial soup kettle is a large-capacity electric kettle designed for cooking soups, stews, and sauces in restaurants, with precise temperature regulation up to 100°C. It is constructed of stainless steel for durability and hygiene in professional kitchens. This equipment is classified under tariff item 8419.81.00 as machinery for cooking or heating food, excluding domestic appliances.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the kettle is designed for household kitchens
Domestic electric cooking appliances are classified under this heading, not 8419.
If the kettle is part of an industrial food processing line
Other machinery for the industrial preparation of food may fall under this heading.
If imported as a simple stainless steel pot without heating elements
Non-electric cookware is classified under this heading.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the kettle is labeled as commercial-grade with appropriate capacity documentation
• Verify that the electrical rating complies with Canadian standards (e.g
• 208V or 240V)
• Prepare a product specification sheet for CBSA to confirm non-domestic use
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