Commercial Soda Fountain Dispenser from Japan
Multi-head carbonated beverage dispenser with refrigeration system to chill syrup, water, and CO2 mixtures for fountain drinks like cola and lemonade. Classified under HTS 8418.69.0130 for its role in soda fountain operations maintaining precise beverage temperatures.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide carbonation and syrup flow diagrams in entry docs to distinguish from ice makers or general chillers
• Comply with UL safety listings for electrical components; missing marks lead to redelivery demands
• Avoid reclassification by specifying multi-flavor dispensing capability in commercial contexts