Rinnai RU199iN Tankless Water Heater from China
The Rinnai RU199iN is an instantaneous gas water heater that heats water on demand using natural gas, providing endless hot water for residential use without a storage tank. It falls under HTS 8419.11.00.00 as it is a non-electric instantaneous gas water heater designed for on-demand heating, distinct from storage models or domestic-purpose excluded equipment.
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 compliance with ANSI Z21.10.3/CSA 4.9 standards for gas water heaters; obtain certification from a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL)
• Include detailed technical specs and energy efficiency ratings in documentation to avoid misclassification as domestic appliances
• Check for state-specific venting requirements during customs clearance