Whirlpool 18 cu ft Top-Freezer Refrigerator

This household compression-type refrigerator features a top-mounted freezer and a total refrigerated volume of approximately 340 liters, fitting precisely within the 269-382 liter range specified by HTS 8418.21.00.30. It uses a vapor-compression refrigeration cycle with a hermetic compressor for efficient cooling of fresh food and frozen compartments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8418.21.00Same rate: 35%

If refrigerated volume is under 269 liters

Smaller capacity household compression refrigerators fall into the sub-269L statistical suffix, changing the specific duty rate.

8418Same rate: 35%

If absorption-type cooling system

Absorption refrigerators, using heat instead of electric compressors, are classified separately from compression-type units.

8418.69.01Same rate: 35%

If designed for commercial or institutional use

Commercial-grade refrigerators, even with similar volumes, are excluded from household provisions and go under other refrigerating equipment.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify total refrigerated volume via manufacturer specs; include both fresh food and freezer compartments to confirm 269-382L range

Include ENERGY STAR or CEC certification documents to avoid delays; non-compliant units may face additional testing requirements

Label with exact model capacity in liters and 'household type' to prevent misclassification as commercial equipment