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Microwave Bi-Metal Defrost Timer from Germany

Mechanical defrost timer with bi-metallic strip for automatic time control in microwaves. Classified HTS 8516.90.50.00 as mechanical control part for domestic ovens.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

25%

Rate breakdown

9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)

Import Tips

Document 30-90 minute timing range and microwave shaft coupling specifications

Mechanical timers must prove microwave knob compatibility

Electronic timers classify under different control apparatus headings