Hessaire MC37M Portable Evaporative Cooler
A portable evaporative cooler with 3,100 CFM airflow, a 10.3-gallon reservoir, and rigid cooling media, designed for spaces up to 950 square feet. Its dedicated function of evaporative air cooling aligns with the scope of tariff item 8479.60.00, as it is a standalone machine not covered by other Chapter 84 headings.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the unit is primarily a fan with a misting attachment
Fans with separate misting features are classified under heading 84.14, not as evaporative air coolers.
If the cooler includes additional functions like air purification
Machines with multiple individual functions not specified elsewhere may fall under this residual heading.
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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
• Classify the cooler under 8479.60.00 only if it relies solely on evaporation; units with additional cooling mechanisms may require different classification
• Keep the product manual and specifications handy for CBSA officers
• Verify that the water reservoir and pump meet Canadian safety standards (e.g
• CSA certification)
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