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Combined Refrigerator-Freezer Defrost Timer from Japan

Designed for combined refrigerator-freezer units, this fixed-cycle time switch with clock movement alternates compressor and defrost operations automatically. Priced under $5 each, it qualifies under HTS 9107.00.40.40 for household defrost timers. Improves energy efficiency by precise timing control.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document end-use for household combined units to avoid industrial classification

• Ensure no precious metal components per chapter exclusions

• Batch import declarations must specify unit value accurately