A.O. Smith Signature 40-Gallon Tall Electric Water Heater from China
A tall, compact 40-gallon electric storage water heater ideal for residential installations with limited space, featuring premium-grade anode rod and electronic control for consistent hot water delivery. Classified under HTS 8516.10.00.40 specifically as a domestic storage water heater using electric heating.
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
• Provide detailed specs on thermostat settings and insulation R-value for customs valuation
• Avoid misclassification by confirming it's not an instantaneous/tankless model (8516.10.00.20)
• Include proof of compliance with 10 CFR Part 430 energy conservation standards