15 HP Reciprocating Air Compressor from Mexico
A stationary reciprocating air compressor rated at 15 horsepower (11.19-19.4 kW), used in industrial workshops for powering pneumatic tools and paint spraying. It falls under HTS 8414.80.16.40 as a stationary reciprocating air compressor in the specified power range, excluding portable or rotary types.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify motor nameplate rating falls between 11.19-19.4 kW and confirm reciprocating piston design via technical specs
• Provide manufacturer's declaration confirming stationary (non-portable) use to avoid misclassification as 8414.80.16.60
• Include energy efficiency certifications like ENERGY STAR if applicable to qualify for potential duty reductions