Stainless Steel Trash Compactor Cabinet from China

This is a freestanding stainless steel cabinet designed specifically as the outer enclosure for residential trash compactors, providing structural support and aesthetic integration into kitchens. It falls under HTS 8479.90.75.00 as it is classified as a cabinet or case exclusively for trash compactors, which are mechanical appliances under heading 8479. The cabinet houses the compaction mechanism and is not suitable for other uses.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify the cabinet is designed exclusively for trash compactors with manufacturer specs to avoid reclassification as general furniture under Chapter 94

Include detailed engineering drawings and invoices specifying 'of trash compactors' to support HTS 8479.90.75.00 classification during customs review

Ensure compliance with US safety standards like UL listing for household appliances to prevent import delays