8516.50.00.90 - Having a capacity exceeding 31.0 liters

This HTS category, 8516.50.00.90, specifically classifies microwave ovens that possess an internal capacity exceeding 31.0 liters. These appliances are designed for the rapid heating or cooking of food through the use of microwave radiation and are characterized by their substantial volume, indicating their suitability for larger food quantities or commercial applications.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. HTS codes 8516.50.00.30 and 8516.50.00.60 cover microwave ovens with smaller capacities, not exceeding 22.5 liters and exceeding 22.5 liters but not exceeding 31.0 liters, respectively. Therefore, the key differentiator for 8516.50.00.90 is its larger internal volume, exceeding the 31.0-liter threshold, which often implies more robust construction or specialized features for higher-volume usage.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Classification under 8516.50.00.90 is solely determined by the microwave oven's capacity exceeding 31.0 liters, alongside its inherent function as an electrothermic appliance for cooking or heating food using microwave technology, as defined by heading 8516.