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Chocolate Tempering Machine

An industrial machine that heats and cools melted chocolate to achieve stable crystal formation for smooth texture and gloss. This tempering machine is specifically designed for chocolate manufacture, making it classifiable under the tariff item for chocolate machinery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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8438.80.00Same rate: Free

If the tempering machine is used for other food products

General food processing machinery falls under this alternative.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide evidence of the machine's dedicated use in chocolate tempering to CBSA

• Ensure the machine's temperature control systems meet Canadian safety standards

• Check if the equipment requires registration with the CFIA for food processing use

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