9902.16.61 - Electrothermic tea kettles, of a kind used for domestic purposes, each with clear glass chamber, having a stainless steel tea steeper and hinged metal limescale filter, the foregoing having a base containing a temperature control lever (provided for in subheading 8516.71.00)

This HTS category, 9902.16.61, specifically classifies electrothermic tea kettles designed for domestic use. These kettles are characterized by a clear glass chamber, a stainless steel tea steeper, and a hinged metal limescale filter. A key identifying feature is the base, which incorporates a temperature control lever. The "provided for in subheading 8516.71.00" notation indicates that while this chapter 99 provision is in effect, the underlying tariff classification for these goods under normal circumstances would be heading 8516.71.00, which covers other ovens, cooking stoves, ranges, cooker tops, grillers and roasters, and other electrothermic kitchen appliances.

Distinguishing this category from other sibling categories within Chapter 99 is crucial. Chapter 99 generally deals with temporary legislation, trade agreement modifications, and special import restrictions. While other Chapter 99 subheadings might exist for various specialized or restricted goods, 9902.16.61 is precisely targeted at this particular type of electrothermic tea kettle. Its specificity lies in the combination of domestic use, the materials of construction (glass, stainless steel), and the integrated temperature control feature, differentiating it from more general classifications of kettles or other kitchen appliances that might exist in other HTS chapters or even other temporary provisions.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS database, there are no further subcategories to explore under 9902.16.61. Therefore, the focus for classification remains on the precise description provided, ensuring that imported goods meet all the specified physical and functional criteria. Classification practitioners should confirm that the imported product is indeed an electrothermic tea kettle, intended for domestic purposes, and possesses the described components such as the glass chamber, stainless steel steeper, metal limescale filter, and a base with a temperature control lever.