Window-Mounted 1 Ton AC Unit from Germany

A compact self-contained window air conditioner rated at 12,000 BTU/h (approximately 3.5 kW), designed for residential cooling with a motor-driven fan and refrigerating unit. It falls under HTS 8415.82.01.05 as a self-contained machine not exceeding 17.58 kW per hour, incorporating a refrigerating unit for temperature control.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

12.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify energy efficiency ratings and refrigerant type (e.g

R-410A) comply with EPA regulations and include SNAP certification

Provide detailed BTU/kW conversion documentation to confirm rating under 17.58 kW/h threshold

Avoid misclassification by ensuring unit is not marketed as a year-round heat pump