This order cancels a previous tax break (called a tariff concession) for importing large water-cooled chillers—industrial refrigeration equipment with a cooling capacity of 80 kilowatts or more.
What it does:
- Removes Tariff Concession Order 0700604, which previously allowed these chillers (classified under tariff code 8418.69.00) to be imported with reduced or zero customs duty.
- The cancellation took effect on 9 December 2008.
Who is affected:
- Companies importing commercial or industrial water-cooled chillers with cooling capacity of 80kW or more.
Why it matters:
- Importers of this specific equipment must now pay standard customs duties instead of the reduced rates previously available. This typically increases costs for businesses relying on imported cooling systems and may benefit domestic manufacturers of similar equipment.