Restaurant Steam Kettle from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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