Commercial Baine-Marie Heater

Multi-pot water bath heater maintaining food at serving temperatures (60-90°C) in hotel kitchens. HTS 8419.81.90 for commercial food heating equipment. Prevents bacterial growth while keeping food moist.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

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8419.89Lower: 14.2% vs 17.5%

If for heating liquids other than food

Non-food applications use different machinery provisions.

8419.60Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If small catering unit

Domestic-scale food warmers classify separately.

7321.12.00Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If simple stainless steel construction

Unheated serving equipment becomes kitchenware.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm pot capacities exceed household sizes (over 12 quarts)

NSF/ANSI food equipment standards required for restaurant use

Describe temperature maintenance function, not just water heating

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