Digital Room Thermostat from China
A battery-powered digital thermostat designed for home HVAC systems to automatically maintain room temperature by controlling heating and cooling equipment. It qualifies under HTS 9032.10.00 as it measures actual temperature and adjusts to a set value, stabilizing against environmental changes. Used in residential settings for energy-efficient climate control.
Duty Rate — China → United States
36.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Verify thermostat calibration certificates to meet NIST standards for accuracy in automatic control devices
• Include detailed technical specs in entry docs to avoid misclassification as simple switches under 8536
• Ensure labeling complies with Energy Star if applicable, as it affects duty exemptions