Countertop Portable Electric Water Heater from Japan
Small, plug-in electric immersion-style heater for countertop use, boiling water for tea or instant meals in homes and dorms. Falls under HTS 8516.10.0080 as an 'other' domestic water heater, distinct from fixed immersion types. Features auto-shutoff and 1.5-3 liter capacity.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label with clear capacity, wattage, and boil-dry protection warnings in English
• Test for FCC compliance if equipped with digital controls to prevent interference issues