Pasteurization Unit for Milk Processing from Canada
Industrial pasteurization unit designed to heat milk to 72°C for 15 seconds to eliminate pathogens, then rapidly cool it, specifically for dairy beverage production. Classified under HTS 8419.89.95.60 as machinery for temperature-based pasteurizing processes in food and beverage treatment. Excludes domestic kitchen appliances.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
64.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1450%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(3) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify equipment specs confirm food-grade stainless steel construction and compliance with FDA 3-A sanitary standards
• Provide detailed process flow diagrams in entry documentation to prove food/beverage use
• Avoid misclassification by excluding units with integrated fermentation capabilities