Amazon Basics Portable Ceramic Space Heater

An affordable, compact ceramic portable heater with 1500W output, safety plug, and tip-over protection for tabletop or floor use in homes. Falls under HTS 8516.29.0060 as 'other portable space heaters' for domestic purposes, using PTC technology for rapid heat-up. Ideal for spot heating in bedrooms or offices.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

8516.40Lower: 12.8% vs 38.7%

If it functions primarily as an electric cooking plate or oven

Electrothermic cooking appliances like hot plates are in 8516.40, distinct from space heating.

8545.11.00Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If the heating element is a advanced semiconductor-based resistor

Certain specialized heating resistors of heading 8545 are excluded from 8516 appliances.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label with maximum wattage and 'not for use in wet areas' to align with domestic classification and safety rules

Use HTS advisory rulings for hybrid fan/heater models to confirm 8516 over 8414 (fans)