Lab-Scale Spray Dryer SD-05 from Germany
Compact spray dryer designed for laboratory use in drying liquid samples into fine powders through atomization and hot air drying. Used in pharmaceutical and food R&D for small-batch production. Classified under HTS 8419.33.5000 as spray dryer apparatus involving temperature change for material treatment.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify equipment specs confirm spray drying function with temperature control; obtain manufacturer's declaration for non-domestic use
• Ensure compliance with FDA regs if for pharma apps
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as lab instrument under Chapter 90