Share:

Electric Waffle Maker

A countertop appliance with heated plates for baking waffles, featuring adjustable temperature controls and non-stick surfaces. It falls under HTS 8516.79.00.00 as an other electrothermic appliance used for domestic cooking purposes, distinct from ovens or microwaves.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇲🇽Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇨🇦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇩🇪Germany2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇯🇵Japan2.7%+10.0%12.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

8516.60.40Higher: 35% vs 12.7%

If designed as a full cooking oven with multiple functions

Multi-purpose cooking appliances like toaster ovens fall under electrothermic cooking stoves/ovens subheading.

3924.10.40.00Higher: 13.4% vs 12.7%

If imported as plastic housing without heating elements

Separate plastic components without electrothermic function classify as plastic household articles.

8419.81Lower: 10% vs 12.7%

If for commercial/industrial scale production use

Heavy-duty cooking equipment for non-domestic purposes moves to machinery for food/beverage preparation.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Verify voltage compatibility (110-120V for US) and include ETL/UL certification in documentation to avoid FDA or CPSC holds

Label with clear wattage, model number, and 'Made in [Country]' per FTC rules; declare as household electrothermic appliance