3.5 kW Refrigeration Condensing Unit for Commercial Walk-in Coolers from China

This condensing unit, rated at 3.5 kW, consists of a compressor, condenser coil, and fan assembly designed specifically for powering walk-in coolers in restaurants and grocery stores. It falls under HTS 8418.99.8015 as a refrigeration condensing unit with capacity exceeding 2.2 kW but not exceeding 7.5 kW, classified as a part of refrigerating equipment in Chapter 84. These units are essential for condensing refrigerant vapor into liquid in medium-duty commercial refrigeration systems.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify the unit's rated capacity with manufacturer specs and include performance test data in documentation to confirm it fits within 2.2-7.5 kW range

Ensure compliance with ENERGY STAR or regional efficiency standards; provide CE or UL certification to avoid customs holds