Spice Sterilizer Machine from China
Batch sterilizer using steam or hot air at 120°C to eliminate microbial contamination in bulk spices. Classified under HTS 8419.81.90 for commercial food sterilization processes. Critical for food safety compliance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide microbial reduction validation studies for customs and FDA review
• Specify steam pressure ratings in technical specifications
• Avoid 'laboratory' descriptors to prevent Chapter 90 classification