Electric Kettle HS Code

Electric kettle products are generally considered under 8516.79.00.00 when they match the tariff description. The full US classification depends on the product facts listed below.

Most likely base code8516.79.00.00

Other electrothermic appliances used for domestic purposes

General duty: 2.7%Destination: United StatesData date: July 21, 2026

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8516.79.00.00Household electric kettles for heating or boiling water2.7%

Facts that change the classification

Electric water-heating function
Household or commercial use
Capacity
Kettle alone or tea-making appliance

Example and exclusions

Typical matching description

1.7 L stainless-steel electric kettle, 1500 W, automatic shutoff and cordless base

Do not use this code automatically when

8516.71Appliances that brew coffee or tea rather than only heat water

7323Non-electric stovetop kettles of iron or steel

Codes commonly confused with this product

8516.71Appliances that brew coffee or tea rather than only heat water

7323Non-electric stovetop kettles of iron or steel

Frequently asked questions

What is the HS code for electric kettle?

8516.79.00.00 is the likely US tariff provision when the product matches this description: Other electrothermic appliances used for domestic purposes. A different construction or function can lead to another heading.

What information is needed to classify electric kettle?

The most important facts are electric water-heating function, household or commercial use, capacity. The commercial product name alone may not determine the full US statistical suffix.

What is the US duty rate for electric kettle?

The 2026 general rate shown for the referenced provision is 2.7%. Special tariffs, origin-based programs and trade remedies must be checked separately.

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Official source and scope

Based on the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, 2026 Revision 12, published July 21, 2026. General rates may exclude origin programs, Section 301 or 232 measures, antidumping or countervailing duties, quotas and other agency requirements.

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