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Countertop Microwave Oven 1.2 cu ft from Japan

A standard household countertop microwave oven with 1.2 cubic feet capacity, 1000W power output, and features like turntable and multiple cooking modes. It falls under HTS 8516.50.00 as a domestic electrothermic appliance designed for heating food using microwave radiation. Primarily used in kitchens for reheating and cooking.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Verify compliance with FDA radiation emission standards and obtain FCC certification for RF interference

Include detailed technical specs like power rating and cavity dimensions in commercial invoice to avoid misclassification