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Industrial Chocolate Tempering Machine from Japan

Precision tempering machine cycles molten chocolate through heating (45°C), cooling (27°C), and re-heating (31°C) phases for proper crystallization in confectionery beverage production. HTS 8419.89.95.60 for food temperature treatment equipment.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Temperature accuracy certifications (±0.5°C) required

• Specify continuous vs batch operation

• Differentiate from domestic chocolate melters