8509.80.10.00 - Floor polishers 🖩
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, 8509.80.10.00, specifically covers floor polishers that are electromechanical domestic appliances equipped with a self-contained electric motor. These machines are designed for the purpose of applying polish to various floor surfaces, typically through the rotation of buffing pads or brushes. Their primary function is to maintain and enhance the appearance and protection of flooring.
Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 8509.80.20.00 (Kitchen waste disposers) and 8509.80.50 (Other), is crucial. Kitchen waste disposers are designed for the grinding and disposal of food waste within a sink plumbing system. Category 8509.80.50 serves as a residual category for other domestic appliances not otherwise specified within heading 8509. Therefore, the defining characteristic of 8509.80.10.00 is its specific application to floor polishing.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification under this code is determined by the appliance's primary function as a floor polisher and its inclusion within the broader scope of electromechanical domestic appliances with self-contained electric motors. The physical characteristics and operational mechanism designed for buffing and polishing floors are key to accurate classification.