Tankless Gas Water Heater Rinnai RU199iN from Mexico

The Rinnai RU199iN is a non-electric instantaneous water heater that uses natural gas combustion to heat water on demand without a storage tank. It falls under HTS 8419.19.0120 as it is specifically designed for instantaneous heating of water via a temperature change process, excluding domestic storage types and electric models. This unit is commonly used in residential and light commercial settings for efficient hot water supply.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

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

Import Tips

Verify compliance with local gas safety standards like ANSI Z21.10.3 and obtain certification from agencies such as CSA; ensure documentation includes BTU ratings and venting specs to avoid misclassification

Common pitfall: failing to declare exact fuel type (natural gas vs propane) which affects regulatory approval