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Black+Decker Dustbuster Handheld Vacuum from Germany

Cordless handheld vacuum with 16V motor (under 1,500W equivalent) and 0.5L dirtbowl, pivoting nozzle for crevices. Classifies under HTS 8508.11.00.00 as small capacity household vacuum. Lithium battery with washable filter.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Certify lithium batteries per UN38.3 and DOT for air/sea transport

• Declare as 'handheld household vacuum' not 'shop vac' to maintain classification

• Provide runtime specs showing household intermittent use pattern