Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer from China
A chest-style freezer designed to maintain temperatures as low as -86°C, used in laboratories for storing biological samples, vaccines, and reagents. It falls under HTS 8418.69.0180 as other refrigerating or freezing equipment specialized for scientific applications, distinct from household refrigerators or freezers. The equipment features cascade refrigeration systems for ultra-low cooling.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify energy efficiency ratings and obtain ENERGY STAR certification if applicable to qualify for duty reductions
• Include detailed technical specs and end-use statements to avoid misclassification as household appliances
• Ensure compliance with FDA or CDC temperature validation standards for biomedical import documentation