Immersion Heater Tubular Element from Germany
A tubular immersion heater element for replacement in electric storage water heaters (8516.21), constructed with copper sheathing and integrated thermostat mounts for safe submersion heating. Classified under HTS 8516.90.05.00 as it is exclusively a part of the heating apparatus in subheadings 8516.10/21/29. It provides reliable corrosion resistance for prolonged contact with stored water.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Ensure certification labels (e.g
• ETL/UL) are affixed and documented for FDA-compliant water contact materials
• Provide detailed blueprints showing integration points to prove it's a dedicated part, not a general resistor