Rheem Performance Platinum 50-Gallon Electric Storage Water Heater from China
This is a residential electric storage water heater with a 50-gallon insulated tank that stores and heats water using electric resistance elements for household hot water supply. It falls under HTS 8516.10.00.40 as a storage water heater designed for domestic use, storing heated water until needed.
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
• Verify energy efficiency ratings comply with US DOE standards (e.g
• NAECA) to avoid import restrictions
• Include manufacturer's declaration of tank capacity and electric heating elements in commercial invoice
• Ensure UL or ETL certification labeling to prevent CBP holds at entry