Vacuum Distillation Unit for Essential Oils
Short-path vacuum distiller for extracting high-value essential oils from plant materials at low temperatures to preserve volatiles. Falls under HTS 8419.40.00 as specialized rectifying equipment involving controlled distillation and condensation.
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If used for general herbal extraction without rectification columns
Basic steam distillers classify as other cooling/heating apparatus.
If for centrifuge-based oil separation post-distillation
Centrifugal separating equipment has separate provisions.
If small benchtop units for R&D labs
Laboratory distillation apparatus moves to Chapter 84 lab equipment.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document vacuum levels and residence times to distinguish from simple boilers
• Ensure organic volatile compound handling certifications for hazardous material rules
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk industrial units prevent domestic goods reclassification
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