Gravity-Fed Self-Contained Water Cooler from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Cold plate sanitation design must meet health codes; include test results
• Bottle neck size standardization (e.g
• 55mm) prevents compatibility disputes
• Drip tray capacity specs important for sanitation compliance