Automatic Apple Crusher-Press Combo
An automated combination machine that crushes apples and then presses the resulting pomace to extract juice, designed for continuous cider production lines. It integrates two distinct operations—crushing and pressing—into a single unit, which is characteristic of machinery used in the manufacture of cider and similar beverages. This machine falls under tariff item 8435.10.00 because it is specifically used in the production of fruit juices and similar beverages.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the machine is used for other food or drink preparation not specifically covered by 8435
Machinery for industrial preparation of food or drink not elsewhere specified falls under heading 84.38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the machine is classified correctly as a single unit performing both crushing and pressing; if it is shipped disassembled, declare all components under the same tariff item
• Provide a detailed technical description and intended use to the CBSA to avoid misclassification
• Verify if any provincial regulations apply to food-processing equipment
Related Products under Tariff item 8435.10.00
Basket Fruit Juice Press
A traditional basket press that uses wooden or stainless steel baskets to press fruits, either manually or hydraulically, for juice extraction. This equipment is commonly used in small-scale cider or fruit juice production, where the fruit is placed in the basket and pressure is applied to separate the juice. It qualifies under tariff item 8435.10.00 as machinery used in the manufacture of fruit juices and similar beverages.
Bladder Tank Wine Press
A large-scale bladder tank press that processes full grape harvests by inflating internal bladders to apply even pressure, separating juice from the grape skins. This machinery is specifically designed for commercial wineries and is essential in the wine manufacturing process. It falls under tariff item 8435.10.00 as machinery used in the manufacture of wine and similar beverages.
Continuous Screw Cider Press
A continuous screw press that processes apples into cider by progressively squeezing the pulp through a rotating auger, designed for high-volume production. This machinery is specifically engineered for continuous operation in cider manufacturing, making it a key piece of equipment in the beverage industry. It qualifies under tariff item 8435.10.00 as machinery used in the manufacture of cider and similar beverages.
Fruit Juice Rack Press
A rack and cloth press that stacks fruit-filled cloths in racks for hydraulic pressing, a traditional method for small-batch fruit juice extraction. This equipment is manually operated or hydraulically assisted and is commonly used in artisanal juice production. It falls under tariff item 8435.10.00 as machinery used in the manufacture of fruit juices and similar beverages.
Horizontal Screw Grape Crusher-Press
A horizontal screw grape crusher-press that combines crushing and pressing in one mechanism for efficient grape processing in winery operations. This integrated machine is designed to handle grapes from crushing to juice extraction in a continuous process. It qualifies under tariff item 8435.10.00 as machinery used in the manufacture of wine and similar beverages.
Hydraulic Bladder Wine Press
A hydraulic bladder wine press that inflates a bladder inside a cylinder to apply even pressure on grapes, producing high-quality must for wine. This machinery is specifically designed for gentle juice extraction in winemaking, preserving the quality of the grapes. It falls under tariff item 8435.10.00 as machinery used in the manufacture of wine and similar beverages.