Industrial Popcorn Popper from Japan
High-capacity kettle popper for commercial theaters popping corn kernels through rapid heating to 200°C. Falls under HTS 8419.81.90 as food cooking machinery beyond domestic scale. Produces 100+ servings per batch.
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
• Specify popping kettle volume over 50 gallons for commercial status
• Include oil heating specifications and safety certifications
• Avoid 'amusement' descriptions to maintain food equipment classification