Restaurant Steam Kettle from China
Jacketed steam kettle used in restaurant kitchens for cooking soups, sauces, and reheating large batches of food via steam heating. It qualifies for HTS 8419.81.9040 as commercial food heating equipment for hospitality locations. Precise temperature control prevents scorching.
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
• Include blueprints showing steam jacket and commercial BTU ratings to prove food heating function
• Obtain ASME pressure vessel certification for import compliance in food service equipment