Microwave Door Latch Mechanism from Mexico
Spring-loaded latch assembly secures microwave door and activates safety switches. Critical safety component classified under HTS 8516.90.50.00 for subheading 8516.50.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Must include microwave handle interface and switch activation geometry
• Demonstrate compliance with UL radiation leakage safety standards
• Generic appliance latches classify under Chapter 83 hardware