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Compact Dormitory Microwave 0.7 cu ft

Small 700-watt microwave oven ideal for dorms or offices, used for quick food heating and hot drink preparation. HTS 8514.20.4000 applies due to its primary function for cooking or heating food in non-industrial settings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+50.0%54%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+25.0%29%
🇨🇦Canada4%+25.0%29%
🇩🇪Germany4%+25.0%29%
🇯🇵Japan4%+25.0%29%

Alternative Classifications

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

8514Same rate: 54%

If induction-based rather than microwave

Induction furnaces classify separately even if for food heating.

8543.70Lower: 15.1% vs 54%

If strictly laboratory research equipment

Lab-specific heat treatment gear falls under electrical machinery parts.

8516.79.00.00Lower: 15.2% vs 54%

If for other non-microwave food heaters

Different heating tech like infrared food warmers use other subheadings.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm compact size meets no dimensional restrictions; provide energy efficiency labels; avoid misdeclaration as toy or lab equipment