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8418.69.01.30 - Soda fountain and beer dispensing equipment 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of QuantityNo.
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of Duty35%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This classification covers specialized machinery designed for the dispensing of beverages, specifically soda fountains and beer taps. These units are characterized by their ability to chill and serve carbonated beverages and beer, often incorporating components like refrigeration systems, CO2 gas systems, and dispensing nozzles. The primary function is to deliver chilled, and often carbonated, drinks directly to consumers in commercial settings such as restaurants, bars, and convenience stores.

While sibling categories within 8418.69.01 address other specialized refrigeration and chilling equipment, such as icemaking machines or drinking water coolers, this category is distinct due to its dedicated function of beverage dispensing. Unlike general refrigeration units, soda fountain and beer dispensing equipment are engineered for both cooling and the pressurized delivery of specific types of beverages, distinguishing them from standalone coolers or ice makers.

As a leaf node, this category does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, the classification is finalized at this level, encompassing all equipment fitting the description of soda fountain and beer dispensing machinery. Classification hinges on the specific design and intended use for dispensing carbonated or alcoholic beverages under pressure, rather than simply cooling or freezing.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 8418.69.01.30?
HTS code 8418.69.01.30 covers Soda fountain and beer dispensing equipment under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 84: Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof.
›What products are classified under 8418.69.01.30?
This classification covers Soda fountain and beer dispensing equipment. It is a subcategory of Other (8418.69.01).
›What is the import duty rate for 8418.69.01.30?
The general rate of duty for HTS 8418.69.01.30 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 35%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 8418.69.01.30?
Imports under HTS 8418.69.01.30 are measured in No..

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