Sharp R-21LCFS Industrial Microwave Oven from Japan
The Sharp R-21LCFS is a compact industrial microwave oven designed for laboratory use in drying and heating materials like chemicals and samples. It functions by dielectric loss, generating heat through microwave interaction with polar molecules, fitting HTS 8514.20.60.00 as 'other' microwave ovens in the industrial/laboratory furnaces category. Excludes consumer kitchen models classified elsewhere.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.2%
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
Import Tips
• Verify industrial/lab use certification to distinguish from household microwaves (8516.50), which have different duties
• Include technical specs proving dielectric loss operation and power ratings over typical consumer levels
• Ensure FCC compliance for microwave emissions and proper voltage labeling to avoid customs holds