Portable Compressor Dehumidifier
A compact dehumidifier using a refrigeration compressor driven by a self-contained electric motor to condense moisture from room air, collecting it in a tank, suitable for home basements and bathrooms. It is an electric motor driven household air dehumidifier, included in tariff item 8479.89.20, and not an appliance of heading 84.15 or 84.24.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the dehumidifier is an electromechanical domestic appliance with a self-contained electric motor, other than those specified in heading 84.79.
Electromechanical domestic appliances with self-contained electric motors are classified in heading 85.09, which may include certain dehumidifiers.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the dehumidifier is for household use and not a commercial or industrial model
• Ensure it does not fall under heading 84.15 (air conditioning) or 84.24 (mechanical appliances for projecting liquids)
• Keep the product manual and specifications handy for CBSA classification
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