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Lasko Ceramic Tower Portable Space Heater from China

This portable electric space heater features ceramic heating elements and a tower design for efficient room warming in domestic settings. It falls under HTS 8516.29.0060 as 'other portable space heaters' because it is an electric space heating apparatus designed for household use, not a fixed installation or soil heater. The oscillating function and safety tip-over switch make it ideal for personal indoor comfort.

Duty Rate — China → United States

40%

Rate breakdown

9903.82.1015%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.12, 9903.82.17 and 9903.85.68, derivative aluminum and steel articles with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)

Import Tips

Verify safety certifications like UL or ETL to meet U.S. consumer product safety standards for heating appliances

Include detailed specifications on wattage, voltage (typically 120V), and heating element type in commercial invoices to avoid misclassification

Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; declare accurate retail value as portable heaters are scrutinized for dumping risks