Refrigerated Soda Vending Machine from Japan
A freestanding automatic vending machine designed to dispense canned or bottled carbonated soft drinks like Coca-Cola or Pepsi, equipped with refrigeration to keep beverages chilled. It falls under HTS 8476.29.00.00 as an 'other' automatic beverage-vending machine, distinct from coin-operated hot drink dispensers. Accepts coins, bills, or cards for consumer retail use.
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
• Verify refrigeration components comply with ENERGY STAR ratings and EPA refrigerant regulations; obtain FCC certification for electronic payment systems; declare exact capacity in liters to avoid misclassification as parts