Electric Butter Warmer from Japan
Mini electrothermic pot for melting butter or keeping sauces warm at dining table, with adjustable thermostat. HTS 8516.79.00.00 includes such tabletop domestic food warming appliances.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• UL listing mandatory for table-top heaters; include auto-shutoff feature specs
• Distinguish from chafing dishes (non-electric stainless steel)
• Holiday gift sets risk GRI 3(b) set classification; value heaters separately