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Lasko Ceramic Tower Portable Space Heater from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

15%

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
9903.05.900%Articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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