GE 1.7 Cu Ft Built-In Microwave Oven

A large-capacity built-in microwave oven with 1.7 cubic feet (approximately 48 liters) interior volume, featuring convection cooking and sensor technology for domestic kitchen use. Classified under HTS 8516.50.00.90 because it is a microwave oven designed for household purposes with capacity exceeding 31 liters.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2%+10.0%12%
🇲🇽Mexico2%+10.0%12%
🇨🇦Canada2%+10.0%12%
🇩🇪Germany2%+10.0%12%
🇯🇵Japan2%+10.0%12%

Alternative Classifications

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

8516.60Higher: 12.7% vs 12%

If includes grill or convection elements beyond standard microwave

Ovens with additional cooking functions like grilling fall under electrothermic cooking appliances in 8516.60

8419.89.95Higher: 39.2% vs 12%

If for institutional or commercial kitchen use

Large ovens intended for professional/food service applications are classified as commercial cooking machinery

8516.90Higher: 13.9% vs 12%

If imported as parts or incomplete assemblies

Components or unfinished microwave assemblies are classified under parts of electrothermic appliances

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify internal cavity volume exceeds 31 liters using manufacturer specs; provide measurement documentation to Customs

Include FCC certification for microwave emissions and ETL/UL listing for electrical safety compliance

Avoid misclassification as commercial equipment; ensure product is marketed for household/domestic use only