Whirlpool 22 cu ft Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator from Germany
This household compression-type refrigerator from Whirlpool features a bottom freezer and total refrigerated volume between 184 and 269 liters (approximately 6.5 to 9.5 cu ft). It uses a vapor compression refrigeration cycle with a sealed compressor, classifying it under HTS 8418.21.0020 due to its specific capacity range for residential use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify exact refrigerated volume via manufacturer specs to confirm 184-269L range; volumes outside trigger different subheadings
• Ensure ENERGY STAR or regional efficiency labeling compliance and include test reports in documentation
• Label with refrigerant type (e.g
• R600a) and provide EPA compliance for HFC restrictions