Portable Room Air Conditioner

A wheeled, self-contained air conditioner with exhaust hose for single-room cooling, featuring a built-in refrigerating unit and fan for temperature and humidity control. Classified under HTS 8415.82.0170 as a non-window, non-central AC machine incorporating required elements.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.2%+35.0%37.2%
🇲🇽Mexico2.2%+10.0%12.2%
🇨🇦Canada2.2%+10.0%12.2%
🇩🇪Germany2.2%+10.0%12.2%
🇯🇵Japan2.2%+10.0%12.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8414.51.30.00Lower: 14.7% vs 37.2%

If it's a table, floor, or window fan without refrigeration

Lacking a refrigerating unit shifts it to simple fans, even if marketed for cooling.

8418.99.80Lower: 35% vs 37.2%

If for component refrigerating units sold separately

Individual compressors or condensing units are parts of refrigerators, not complete AC machines.

8424.90.90Lower: 35% vs 37.2%

If functioning primarily as a dehumidifier

When humidity removal is the main purpose without significant temperature change capability.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm presence of compressor and refrigerant loop to distinguish from evaporative coolers

Label BTU capacity and room size suitability clearly to support residential AC classification

Include noise level certifications and voltage specs to prevent delays in electrical safety reviews

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Window-Mounted Air Conditioner

A compact air conditioning unit designed for installation in windows, incorporating a refrigerating unit, motor-driven fan, and elements to change temperature and humidity. It falls under HTS 8415.82.0170 as it is a complete air conditioning machine not specifically for vehicles or other excluded categories.

Ductless Mini-Split Air Conditioner

A wall-mounted indoor unit paired with an outdoor compressor for zoned cooling without ductwork, incorporating refrigerating elements and fan for air conditioning. It qualifies for HTS 8415.82.0170 as an other AC machine with integrated refrigeration.

Through-the-Wall Air Conditioner

An AC unit built into a wall sleeve for permanent residential installation, with refrigerating unit and fan for changing air temperature and humidity. Falls under HTS 8415.82.0170 as a non-window, non-central incorporating refrigerating unit.

Commercial Spot Cooler Air Conditioner

Portable AC unit directing cooled air via hose to specific spots for construction or event cooling, with built-in refrigeration and fan. Classified in HTS 8415.82.0170 as other AC incorporating refrigerating unit.

Ceiling Cassette Air Conditioner

Recessed ceiling-mounted AC unit for commercial spaces, paired with remote condenser, incorporating fan and refrigerating unit for temp/humidity control. HTS 8415.82.0170 covers this as other incorporating refrigerating unit.

RV Air Conditioner Rooftop Unit

Low-profile rooftop AC for recreational vehicles with refrigerating unit and fan, designed for mobile home temperature and humidity regulation. Fits HTS 8415.82.0170 as other non-vehicle-specific AC machines.