Tubular Sheathed Heating Element from China
Sealed metal tube containing a coiled resistance wire in magnesium oxide insulation, used in domestic ovens, grills, and water heaters. Classified under HTS 8516.80.8000 as 'other' electric heating resistors for domestic electrothermic appliances, not fixed resistors of 8545. Common lengths 12-48 inches with 1000-5000W ratings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Require material safety data sheets confirming food-grade magnesium oxide for cooking applications; check sheath material (Incoloy or stainless) for corrosion resistance; declare exact watt density to customs