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.

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.

8418.69.01Same rate: 35%

If includes heating element for hot/cold dispensing

Hot/cold combination units shift to the general 'other' refrigerating equipment category beyond specific drinking water coolers.

8424.10.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If primarily a fire protection sprinkler system component

Water cooling equipment integral to fire suppression systems is classified under mechanical appliances for fluid projection.

8509.40.00Lower: 14.2% vs 35%

If uses thermoelectric (Peltier) cooling without compressor

Pure thermoelectric coolers without vapor compression refrigeration may fall under electro-mechanical domestic appliances.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm bottle compatibility (e.g

3-5 gallon) is specified; mismatch can trigger valuation disputes

Provide energy efficiency ratings (ENERGY STAR) to qualify for potential duty reductions or faster CBP clearance

Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as 'dispenser only' – emphasize refrigeration specs in invoices

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