Attrition Scrubber for Mineral Cleaning from Germany
An attrition scrubber uses counter-rotating propellers to create high-intensity particle-on-particle abrasion, effectively cleaning mineral particles by removing surface coatings and impurities. This machinery is classified under tariff item 8474.80.00 as it is specifically designed for washing and cleaning mineral substances in solid form, such as silica sand for glass production.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the scrubber is designed solely for mineral washing and not for other purposes to maintain classification under 8474.80.00
• Declare the machine's capacity and specifications accurately to avoid CBSA reclassification
• Consider the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) rules of origin if sourcing from the US or Mexico to claim preferential duty rates