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GE 17.5 Cu Ft Upright Freezer

This upright freezer from GE has a capacity of approximately 17.5 cubic feet (495 liters), well under the 900-liter limit, featuring adjustable shelves and frost-free operation. It falls under HTS 8418.40.00.00 as an electric upright freezer designed for household or commercial freezing of food items.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+25.0%25%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+25.0%25%
🇯🇵JapanFree+25.0%25%

Alternative Classifications

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

8418.30.00.00Same rate: 50%

If chest-style design

Chest freezers use a top-loading horizontal design, classified separately from upright vertical models.

8418.69.01Lower: 37.5% vs 50%

If capacity exceeds 900 liters

Upright freezers over 900L capacity shift to other freezer provisions in the same heading.

8418.99Lower: 12.5% vs 50%

If imported as parts only

Individual components like compressors or doors classify as parts rather than complete units.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify energy efficiency ratings comply with US DOE standards (e.g

• ENERGY STAR) to avoid import holds

• Include detailed spec sheets confirming capacity <900L and upright design in commercial invoice

• Label with country of origin and ensure CFC-free refrigerant certification per EPA regulations