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Defrost Heater Element for Chest Freezer from Japan

Tubular electric heating element that melts ice during defrost cycles in chest freezers. Classified in HTS 8418.99.80 as a part of other freezing equipment. Corrosion-resistant for long-term reliability.

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

Include wattage specs and termination details to prove heating function specific to defrost

Comply with NSF standards for sanitation in food freezers