Lyophilizer for Vegetable Purees from China
Freeze drying unit for agricultural vegetable purees like tomato or carrot, using vacuum freeze-drying to remove water while retaining flavor. Under HTS 8419.33.1000 for lyophilisation apparatus for ag products with temperature change. Used in producing instant soups and baby foods.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide residue analysis capabilities in specs for compliance; ensure GMP design for food safety
• Common issue: Failing to specify ag end-use in import docs