Drinking water coolers, self-contained
Refrigerators, freezers and other refrigerating or freezing equipment, electric or other; heat pumps, other than the air conditioning machines of heading 8415; parts thereof: > Other refrigerating or freezing equipment; heat pumps: > Other > Drinking water coolers, self-contained
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Products classified under HTS 8418.69.01.20
Self-Contained Stainless Steel Water Cooler
A compact, self-contained drinking water cooler with a stainless steel reservoir that chills and dispenses room-temperature or cold water for office or home use. It features a built-in refrigeration unit and does not require external plumbing. Classified under HTS 8418.69.0120 as it is a standalone refrigerating appliance specifically designed for cooling potable drinking water.
Bottle-Fed Office Water Chiller
A top-loading, self-contained water cooler designed for 5-gallon bottles, featuring thermoelectric or compressor-based cooling for workplace hydration stations. It maintains water at 40-50°F without plumbing connection. Falls under HTS 8418.69.0120 due to its dedicated self-contained refrigeration for drinking water cooling.
Countertop Self-Contained Water Cooler
Compact countertop model self-contained drinking water cooler with 1-gallon reservoir, ideal for small offices or home kitchens, using efficient compressor cooling. Plug-and-play design requires no installation. HTS 8418.69.0120 applies as a complete, portable refrigerating unit for potable water.
Wall-Mounted Self-Contained Water Chiller
Space-saving wall-mounted drinking water cooler with self-contained refrigeration system, reservoir for bottled or gravity-fed water cooling. Commonly used in commercial break rooms. Precisely matches HTS 8418.69.0120 for its standalone drinking water refrigeration capability.
Pedestal-Style Bottle Water Cooler
Classic floor-standing pedestal self-contained water cooler for 5-gallon bottles, with bottom-loading design and child-safety features, using vapor compression cooling. Standard office hydration solution. HTS 8418.69.0120 covers this dedicated self-contained drinking water refrigeration appliance.
Thermoelectric Mini Water Chiller
Portable mini self-contained water cooler using Peltier thermoelectric cooling technology, perfect for desks or small spaces, with USB power option. Cools personal water bottles efficiently. Qualifies for HTS 8418.69.0120 as self-contained refrigerating equipment for drinking water.
Commercial Breakroom Water Cooler
Heavy-duty self-contained water cooler for high-traffic commercial breakrooms, with large chilled reservoir and durable stainless construction. Features quick-chill technology. HTS 8418.69.0120 for self-contained drinking water refrigeration in commercial settings.
Gravity-Fed Self-Contained Water Cooler
Traditional gravity-fed self-contained cooler where water flows from inverted bottle through chilled cold plate, popular in schools and offices. Compressor maintains cold plate at 40°F. Fits HTS 8418.69.0120 as complete self-contained drinking water chilling appliance.
Bottom-Loading Self-Contained Water Dispenser
Modern bottom-loading self-contained water cooler hiding the 5-gallon bottle in a cabinet, with push-button dispensing and rapid cooling. Family-friendly design. HTS 8418.69.0120 for its integrated self-contained refrigeration for drinking water.
Touchless Sensor Water Chiller
Hygiene-focused self-contained water cooler with infrared sensor activation, no-contact dispensing, and rapid chill reservoir for post-pandemic offices. Antimicrobial surfaces standard. Classifies under HTS 8418.69.0120 as self-contained drinking water refrigeration equipment.