Fluid Bed Food Dryer from China
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.
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
• Verify equipment specs confirm food/beverage use to avoid reclassification; provide manufacturer's declaration on drying process; ensure FDA compliance for food-contact surfaces