Smardt Centrifugal Oil-Free Chiller from Japan
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 — 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
• 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