Cryocooler Heat Exchanger Module for Air Liquefaction

Compact brazed aluminum plate-fin heat exchanger module integrated into Stirling or Gifford-McMahon cryocoolers for small-scale air liquefaction. HTS 8419.60.10.00 applies as complete machinery containing the specified heat exchanger type for gas liquefaction processes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+35.0%39.2%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8418.69.01Lower: 35% vs 39.2%

If maximum temperature above liquefaction range

Cryocoolers reaching only refrigeration temperatures classify as compression refrigeration equipment.

8419.90Lower: 14% vs 39.2%

If imported as standalone heat exchanger without cryocooler integration

Bare heat exchangers without machinery function classify as parts of temperature treatment equipment.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide thermal performance curves demonstrating liquefaction capability to distinguish from simple cryocoolers

Document as complete functional unit, not heat exchanger part, for proper machinery classification

Ensure RoHS compliance declarations for electronic components in cryocooler assemblies

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