| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8516100040 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8545904000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8545194000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7322110000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7322190000 | Doc | 80.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7321811000 | Doc | 57.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7321815000 | Doc | 62.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6815994170 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6815992000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8307103000 | Doc | 58.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8307106000 | Doc | 58.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8306100000 | Doc | 35.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8306100000 | Doc | 35.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Towel Heater
A towel heater, also known as a towel warmer, is a device designed to warm towels, typically in a bathroom or laundry room. They are used to provide warmth and comfort, particularly after bathing or showering.
Material
Towel heaters are commonly constructed from the following materials:
- Stainless Steel: The most prevalent material due to its resistance to corrosion, durability, and heat conductivity. Grades like 304 and 316 stainless steel are frequently used.
- Chrome: Provides a polished, aesthetically pleasing finish and good corrosion resistance, often applied as a coating over steel.
- Aluminum: Lighter in weight and heats up quickly, but may be less durable than steel.
- Carbon Steel: Less expensive than stainless steel, but requires protective coatings to prevent rust.
Purpose
The primary purpose of a towel heater is to:
- Dry Towels: Remove moisture from towels, preventing mildew and unpleasant odors.
- Warm Towels: Provide a cozy, warm towel for immediate use, enhancing comfort.
- Reduce Laundry Odor: Help to eliminate musty smells from towels that haven’t been fully dried.
- Room Heating (Secondary): Some larger models can contribute to the overall warmth of a bathroom, though they are not primarily intended as space heaters.
Function
Towel heaters operate through one of the following methods:
- Electric: Utilize electrical resistance coils to generate heat. These are generally easier to install as they don't require plumbing.
- Hydronic: Connect to a building's hot water system (central heating). They use hot water circulating through the radiator to warm the bars.
- Dual Fuel: Can operate using either electricity or hot water, offering flexibility in installation and usage.
Usage Scenarios
- Bathrooms: The most common location, providing warm towels after showering or bathing.
- Laundry Rooms: Used to quickly dry and warm towels and other laundry items.
- Spas and Saunas: Offer a luxurious amenity by providing warm towels to clients.
- Pool Areas: Provide comfort and convenience for swimmers.
Common Types
- Wall-Mounted: The most popular type, affixed directly to the wall.
- Freestanding: Portable units with a base, allowing for easy relocation.
- Ladder Style: Resemble ladders with horizontal bars for hanging towels.
- Radiator Style: Traditional-looking units with a series of vertical columns.
- Electric Towel Rack: Compact units designed for smaller spaces, often with individual bars.
- Smart Towel Warmers: Feature programmable timers, temperature controls, and remote operation via smartphone apps.
Based on the material, use, and application scenarios, a towel heater is an electric space heating apparatus used for domestic purposes.
Here are the relevant HS codes from the provided reference material:
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8516100040: Electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters; electric space heating apparatus and soil heating apparatus; electrothermic hairdressing apparatus (for example, hair dryers, hair curlers, curling tong heaters) and hand dryers; electric flatirons; other electrothermic appliances of a kind used for domestic purposes; electric heating resistors, other than those of heading 8545; parts thereof. This code specifically includes electric space heating apparatus for domestic purposes, which encompasses towel heaters.
- 85: Electrical machinery and equipment.
- 16: Insulated electrical conductors, such as cables, insulated conductors used in machines, appliances, or fixtures.
- 10: Electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters; electric space heating apparatus.
- 0040: Storage water heaters.
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8516100040: Electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters; electric space heating apparatus and soil heating apparatus; electrothermic hairdressing apparatus (for example, hair dryers, hair curlers, curling tong heaters) and hand dryers; electric flatirons; other electrothermic appliances of a kind used for domestic purposes; electric heating resistors, other than those of heading 8545; parts thereof. This code also includes electric space heating apparatus for domestic purposes.
- 85: Electrical machinery and equipment.
- 16: Insulated electrical conductors, such as cables, insulated conductors used in machines, appliances, or fixtures.
- 10: Electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters; electric space heating apparatus.
- 0040: Storage water heaters.
Regarding HS code 8516100040, the applicable tax rate is as follows: * Basic tariff: 0.0% * Additional tariff: 7.5% * Additional tariff after April 2, 2025: 30.0% * Total tariff: 37.5%