Soil Heating Cable Replacement Module from Japan
Flexible heating cable module with waterproof connectors for electric soil heating apparatus (8516.29), used in greenhouses for root zone warming. Falls under HTS 8516.90.05.00 as a dedicated part for these domestic electrothermic soil heaters. Thermostatically controlled to prevent overheating in agricultural settings.
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
• Include IP67 waterproof rating documentation for soil moisture exposure compliance
• Specify length and wattage density to align with domestic soil heater designs under 8516.29