Microwave Cavity Thermostat from Japan
Bimetallic thermostat mounted inside microwave cooking cavity monitors and regulates internal temperatures. HTS 8516.90.50.00 as safety/control part for subheading 8516.50 ovens.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Specify cavity mounting dimensions and temperature differential ratings in technical specs
• Must demonstrate function within microwave cooking environment (steam, grease resistant)
• Thermostats for conventional ovens classify under different subheadings