8418.69.01.50 - Reciprocating liquid chilling refrigerating units 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 35% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 8418.69.01.50, specifically classifies reciprocating liquid chilling refrigerating units. These units are designed for the purpose of lowering the temperature of liquids through a refrigeration cycle that utilizes a reciprocating compressor. Examples include chillers used in industrial processes, medical equipment, and large-scale HVAC systems where a specific liquid medium needs to be cooled. The key identifying feature is the reciprocating mechanism within the compressor.
It is crucial to distinguish these units from their sibling categories. For instance, centrifugal liquid chilling refrigerating units (8418.69.01.40) employ a different compressor technology (centrifugal) for liquid cooling. Similarly, absorption liquid chilling units (8418.69.01.60) operate on an absorption refrigeration principle rather than a mechanical compression cycle. This specific classification isolates units relying on the reciprocating action for their cooling function.
As a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions within this particular HTS code. Therefore, classification under 8418.69.01.50 hinges on the presence of a reciprocating compressor as the primary mechanism for refrigerating liquids, distinguishing it from other types of liquid chillers and related refrigerating equipment within heading 8418.