Draft Beer Dispenser Tower from Japan
A refrigerated tower unit designed for mounting on a bar counter to dispense multiple lines of draft beer from kegs, maintaining chilled temperatures through built-in cooling coils. It falls under HTS 8418.69.0130 as soda fountain and beer dispensing equipment due to its specialized refrigeration for beverage service in commercial settings.
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
• Verify NSF/ANSI certification for food-contact surfaces to meet FDA import standards and avoid CBP holds
• Include detailed technical specs and end-use statements confirming commercial beverage dispensing to justify classification