For foods and beverages
Machinery, plant or laboratory equipment, whether or not electrically heated (excluding furnaces, ovens and other equipment of heading 8514), for the treatment of materials by a process involving a change of temperature such as heating, cooking, roasting, distilling, rectifying, sterilizing, pasteurizing, steaming, drying, evaporating, vaporizing, condensing or cooling, other than machinery or plant of a kind used for domestic purposes; instantaneous or storage water heaters, nonelectric; parts thereof: > Dryers: > Other > For foods and beverages
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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]
Products classified under HTS 8419.39.02.70
Fluid Bed Food Dryer
A fluid bed dryer uses hot air to suspend and dry food products like grains, spices, or dehydrated fruits in a fluidized state, ensuring uniform drying for food processing. It falls under HTS 8419.39.0270 as specialized drying machinery for foods and beverages, involving temperature change for evaporation of moisture. This equipment is designed for industrial food production, not domestic use.
Spray Dryer for Beverage Powders
Spray dryers atomize liquid beverage concentrates like coffee or milk into hot air streams to produce instant powders through rapid evaporation. Classified in HTS 8419.39.0270 for its role in beverage processing via temperature-induced drying. Ideal for large-scale production of soluble beverage powders.
Vacuum Shelf Dryer for Fruits
Vacuum shelf dryers place fruit slices on heated trays under vacuum to gently remove moisture at low temperatures, preserving flavor and nutrients. This fits HTS 8419.39.0270 as a food dryer using evaporation through temperature control. Commonly used for premium dried fruits like mango or pineapple.
Belt Dryer for Vegetables
Continuous belt dryers convey vegetables like carrots or onions through heated zones for efficient moisture removal in large volumes. Under HTS 8419.39.0270 for food drying via heating and evaporation processes. Suited for dehydrated vegetable production.
Flash Dryer for Spices
Flash dryers rapidly dry ground spices using high-velocity hot air for quick moisture extraction without quality loss. Classified HTS 8419.39.0270 as specialized food dryer for spices and seasonings. Prevents flavor degradation in pepper or herb processing.
Tunnel Dryer for Bakery Products
Tunnel dryers move bakery items like crackers or cookies through hot air tunnels to achieve crisp texture via controlled drying. Fits HTS 8419.39.0270 for food processing drying equipment. Used in large-scale bakery operations.
Rotary Dryer for Grain
Rotary drum dryers tumble grains like corn or rice in hot air streams for post-harvest moisture reduction. HTS 8419.39.0270 applies to this food drying machinery involving temperature change. Essential for grain storage preparation.
Centrifugal Dryer for Fruit Purees
Centrifugal dryers spin fruit purees in baskets with hot air to separate and evaporate liquids, producing dried fruit snacks. Under HTS 8419.39.0270 for beverage and food drying processes. Used for puree-based food products.
Paddle Dryer for Pet Food
Paddle dryers agitate wet pet food mixes with heated paddles to dry into kibble form for animal feed classified as food. HTS 8419.39.0270 covers this food drying equipment. Common in pet nutrition manufacturing.
Infrared Dryer for Snack Foods
Infrared dryers use radiant heat to penetrate and dry snack foods like potato chips without convection air. Fits HTS 8419.39.0270 as temperature-based food dryer. Enhances snack texture and oil content control.