Commercial Espresso Machine from China
A high-capacity espresso machine designed for restaurant use, featuring multiple group heads and steam wands for brewing espresso and frothing milk. It falls under HTS 8419.81.9040 as machinery for making hot drinks in commercial settings like restaurants and hotels. The machine heats water rapidly to precise temperatures for optimal extraction.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify machine capacity exceeds domestic thresholds (e.g
• >5L boiler) to confirm commercial classification; provide spec sheets
• Include energy efficiency certifications and commercial end-use declaration to avoid reclassification as household goods