Rice Whitening Abrasive Stones
Synthetic abrasive stones that polish rice grains by friction in vertical whitening machines during milling. These are essential parts of cereal working machinery, classified under tariff item 8437.90.00.
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 stones are abrasive tools for general grinding or polishing
Millstones and grindstones for polishing or grinding are classified in heading 6804.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the stones are specifically for rice whitening machines and not for general abrasive applications
• Provide technical specifications showing their use in cereal processing
• If the stones are considered abrasive tools, they may fall under heading 6804
Related Products under Tariff item 8437.90.00
Barley Pearler Abrasive Stone
Carborundum abrasive stone used in pearling machines to polish and remove hulls from barley grains. This stone is a specialized part of cereal milling machinery, designed for the pearling process. It is classified as a part of machines for the milling industry under tariff item 8437.90.00.
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