Cuisinart Brew Central 12-Cup Coffee Maker from Japan
A programmable 12-cup electric drip coffee maker for home use featuring a thermal carafe and adjustable brew strength. Classified under HTS 8516.71.0080 as a domestic coffee brewing appliance using electrothermic elements to heat water. Excludes commercial models with larger capacities.
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
• Provide evidence of domestic end-use through marketing materials and capacity specifications (under 15 cups)
• Declare exact wattage and heating element type to confirm electrothermic classification
• Watch for misclassification as parts if heating elements are imported separately