Window-Mounted Air Conditioner from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.1015%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.12, 9903.82.17 and 9903.85.68, derivative aluminum and steel articles with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%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; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the unit includes both a motor-driven fan and refrigerating unit; classify as parts if missing either
• Provide detailed technical specs and energy efficiency ratings to avoid misclassification as window fans
• Ensure compliance with EPA refrigerant regulations and include safety certifications like UL for customs clearance