Electric Soil Heating Cable Mat

Flexible heating cable embedded in mat form for greenhouse seedling propagation. Under HTS 8516.90.90.00 as parts of domestic soil heating apparatus, with thermostat control leads. Thermostatically regulated for root zone warming.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.9%+35.0%38.9%
🇲🇽Mexico3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇨🇦Canada3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇩🇪Germany3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇯🇵Japan3.9%+10.0%13.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8516Same rate: 38.9%

If imported as complete soil heating apparatus

Finished soil heating units classify under assembled electrothermic apparatus subheadings.

8537.10.91Higher: 52.7% vs 38.9%

If sold as general-purpose electrical control panels

Boards/controls separate from heating function may fall under electrical apparatus heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include thermostat specs and waterproof ratings (IP67) for horticultural use verification

Declare as 'soil warming parts' not general cables to maintain Chapter 85 domestic appliance status

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