Geothermal Storage Water Heater from Japan
A nonelectric water heater that uses ground-source geothermal heat exchange to warm and store water for home heating systems, involving temperature change via heat pump-like transfer without electricity. HTS 8419.19.0160 covers this as other nonelectric storage water heaters.
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
• Submit geothermal loop efficiency ratings and EPA WaterSense certification for customs clearance
• Document ground loop compatibility to distinguish from standard heat exchangers