Portacool Cyclone 160 Portable Evaporative Cooler
A portable evaporative air cooler using a high-efficiency media pad and water evaporation to cool areas up to 1,600 square feet, with a 1/3 HP motor and oscillating louvers. This machine's sole function is evaporative air cooling, which is explicitly covered by tariff item 8479.60.00.
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 louvers and airflow make it function primarily as a fan
Fans are classified under heading 84.14, even if they use water for cooling.
If the unit has additional features like heating or humidification
Machines with multiple functions not specified elsewhere fall under this residual item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the oscillating louvers do not transform the product into a fan, which would fall under heading 84.14
• Include the CFM rating and cooling area in the product description for customs clarity
• Verify that the water pump and electrical components meet Canadian import safety standards
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ArctiCool 5-Ton Evaporative Cooling System
A commercial-grade rooftop evaporative cooling system designed for large warehouses, delivering 20,000 CFM of cooled air through high-pressure water pumps and rigid media pads. It operates solely by evaporative air cooling, a distinct mechanical function not covered by other headings in Chapter 84, and is therefore classified under tariff item 8479.60.00.
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.
Honeywell CO301PM Indoor Portable Evaporative Cooler
A compact indoor evaporative cooler with an ionizer, three fan speeds, and honeycomb media, intended for rooms up to 175 square feet. Its primary function is evaporative air cooling, a specific mechanical function that places it under tariff item 8479.60.00, despite the presence of an ionizer as a secondary feature.
SPT WA-8050E Industrial Evaporative Air Cooler
A heavy-duty window-mount evaporative cooler delivering 2,100 CFM for garages up to 500 square feet, with an ice compartment and remote control. It operates purely on evaporative cooling, making it classifiable under tariff item 8479.60.00 as a standalone evaporative air cooler.