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Lasko Ceramic Tower Portable Space Heater from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.82.1015%Section 232: ag equipment + residential HVAC, MFN<15% — 15% ceiling (Annex III addition)
9903.03.060%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; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 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

Lasko Ceramic Tower Portable Space Heater from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8516.29.00.60