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Rheem Performance Platinum 50-Gallon Electric Water Heater

This is a residential storage-type electric water heater with a 50-gallon tank capacity, featuring multiple heating elements and thermostat controls for on-demand hot water. It falls under HTS 8516.10.00 as an electric storage water heater designed for domestic use, storing and heating water electrically until needed.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

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

8419.11.00.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If designed for central heating systems in buildings

Water heaters integral to larger boiler systems for space heating fall under machinery for heating water, not standalone domestic appliances.

8516.80Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If sold as replacement immersion heating elements only

Separate heating elements without tank assembly are classified as other electrothermic appliances.

8516.90Lower: 13.9% vs 17.5%

If imported as complete replacement parts for water heaters

Dedicated parts like thermostats or magnesium anodes for water heaters go under the parts subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify compliance with UL 1453 or equivalent safety standards for water heaters to avoid CBP holds

Include detailed spec sheets showing tank capacity, wattage, and energy efficiency ratings in documentation

Watch for misclassification as industrial boilers (HTS 8403); ensure domestic use intent is clear

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