Commercial Soup Kettle from Japan
Electrically heated kettle for preparing large batches of soup, stew, or chili in catering operations via simmering and heating. Classified in HTS 8419.81.90.80 as other machinery for heating food.
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
• Distinguish from domestic by capacity (e.g
• 40+ liters) in import paperwork
• Comply with NSF/ANSI standards for commercial food equipment
• Avoid reclassification by excluding household-style features like timers