Honeywell Cool Moisture Humidifier HUL520

This evaporative humidifier uses a wicking filter and fan to evaporate water into the air, powered by a self-contained electric motor. It falls under HTS 8509.80.5050 as an electromechanical domestic evaporative humidifier with integrated motor, distinct from steam or ultrasonic models.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8479.89.65Higher: 20.3% vs 14.2%

If sold as complete room climate control system with thermostat and air purifier

Integrated multi-function machines not principally humidifiers classified by main function in 8479 machinery.

8419.89.95Higher: 39.2% vs 14.2%

If for non-domestic or industrial capacity units over 2 gallons

Evaporative air humidifiers for commercial use exceed domestic scope and enter laboratory/industrial equipment heading.

8509.90Same rate: 14.2%

If imported as replacement wick filter assemblies or motors only

Parts of humidifiers classified separately from complete domestic appliances with self-contained motors.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify evaporative mechanism via wicking pad/filter specs to confirm 8509.80.5050 classification; steam models go to 8516

Include motor ratings and wick assembly diagrams in documentation to prove self-contained electromechanical domestic use