9902.16.83 - Vacuum insulated coffee carafes, with interior and exterior of stainless steel, each with a capacity over 1 liter but not over 2 liters and plastic brew-through lid for direct brewing (provided for in subheading 8516.90.90)

HTS 9902.16.83 is a temporary tariff classification specifically designated for vacuum-insulated coffee carafes. These carafes are characterized by their interior and exterior construction of stainless steel, possessing a capacity exceeding 1 liter but not exceeding 2 liters. A key feature is the inclusion of a plastic brew-through lid, designed for direct brewing of coffee. The provision for this item is found under Chapter 99, which encompasses temporary legislation and modifications to trade agreements.

This classification stands apart from the broader product categories found in earlier chapters of the HTS. Unlike general provisions for household articles or kitchenware, HTS 9902.16.83 is highly specific, targeting a niche product with defined material, capacity, and functional features. It is crucial to differentiate this code from standard classifications of thermal containers or coffee makers themselves, as this code pertains to a specific type of carafe often provided for in a parenthetical reference to subheading 8516.90.90.

As a leaf node within the HTS database, HTS 9902.16.83 does not have further subcategories. Classification within this code relies strictly on meeting the precise criteria outlined in its description: vacuum insulation, stainless steel construction, a capacity range of over 1 liter to 2 liters, and the presence of a plastic brew-through lid for direct brewing. Any variation in these characteristics would necessitate a review of alternative HTS classifications.