Pharmaceutical Solvent Recovery Still from Germany
Vacuum distillation unit designed to recover solvents like acetone and methanol from pharmaceutical manufacturing waste streams. Classified under HTS 8419.40.0080 for industrial rectifying plant involving vaporization and condensation. Stainless steel construction with automated reflux control.
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
• FDA registration required for pharma-related equipment; include validation protocols
• Document explosion-proof certifications (ATEX/IECEx) for flammable solvent handling
• Avoid reclassification as lab equipment (8419.40.0060) by proving industrial scale (>50L capacity)