Flat Plate Solar Water Heater Panel System from Mexico
A flat plate collector system with copper absorber plates and selective coating captures solar radiation to heat water circulated through an insulated tank. Classified under HTS 8419.12.00.00 for nonelectric solar-powered storage water heaters used in domestic hot water applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label components clearly as 'solar water heater' and provide flow diagrams to customs for proper 8419 classification
• Check for pressure vessel certification (ASME or equivalent) required for tanks over certain capacities
• Avoid reclassification by confirming no domestic electric heating function dominates the design