Smardt Centrifugal Oil-Free Chiller from Germany
Smardt's oil-free centrifugal chiller uses magnetic bearing technology for ultra-efficient liquid chilling in sustainable commercial applications. Classified in HTS 8418.69.0140 due to its centrifugal compression for refrigerating liquid chilling purposes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Highlight oil-free/magnetic bearing features in entry docs for potential energy policy exemptions
• Pre-arrange heavy-lift permits for units over 50 tons shipping weight
• Validate UL 1995 listing for electrical safety to speed FDA-adjacent facility approvals