For filtering or purifying beverages other than water
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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Products classified under HTS 8421.22.00.00
Wine Filtration Cartridge System
A cartridge-based filtration system designed specifically for clarifying and stabilizing wine by removing yeast, proteins, and sediments during the winemaking process. It falls under HTS 8421.22.00.00 because it is specialized machinery for filtering beverages other than water, such as wine. The system uses depth filtration media to ensure the beverage remains clear without affecting flavor.
Beer Keg Filter Press
A plate-and-frame filter press used to filter beer from kegs or fermentation tanks, removing haze-causing particles like hops and yeast. Classified under HTS 8421.22.00.00 for its dedicated use in purifying beer, a beverage other than water. It employs diatomaceous earth or perlite for efficient filtration in breweries.
Juice Crossflow Microfiltration Unit
A crossflow microfiltration system for fruit juices like apple or orange, separating pulp, bacteria, and spores while preserving clarity and nutrition. It qualifies for HTS 8421.22.00.00 as apparatus dedicated to purifying non-water beverages through membrane technology. This tangential flow design minimizes clogging in juice processing lines.
Coffee Percolation Filter Machine
Industrial machine for filtering brewed coffee extracts to remove grounds and oils, used in large-scale coffee processing. Falls under HTS 8421.22.00.00 for purifying coffee, a non-water beverage, via activated carbon and mesh filtration. Essential for producing clear, high-quality coffee beverages.
Dairy Skim Milk Clarifier Filter
A centrifugal clarifier filter specifically for purifying skim milk by removing somatic cells and impurities during dairy processing. Classified in HTS 8421.22.00.00 as it targets milk, a beverage other than water, ensuring product safety and quality. Uses self-cleaning disc stacks for continuous operation.
Tea Leaf Extract Filtration Press
Hydraulic press filter for removing fine tea leaf particles from brewed tea extracts in ready-to-drink tea production. Under HTS 8421.22.00.00 for beverage purification other than water, using cellulose pads for sterile filtration. Critical for clear bottled tea beverages.
Sparkling Cider Sediment Filter
Inline sediment filter for sparkling cider production, capturing fruit particles and precipitates post-fermentation. Fits HTS 8421.22.00.00 as dedicated to purifying alcoholic cider beverages. Features sterile-grade cartridges for carbonated beverage clarity.
Vodka Activated Carbon Purifier
Column purifier using granular activated carbon to remove fusel oils and congeners from distilled vodka. Classified under HTS 8421.22.00.00 for beverage-specific liquid purification other than water. Ensures ultra-smooth premium spirits.
Fruit Punch Bag Filter Housing
Stainless steel housing with replaceable bags for filtering fruit punch mixtures, removing pulp and fibers. HTS 8421.22.00.00 applies due to its design for non-alcoholic beverage clarification. Common in juice cocktail production.
Energy Drink Membrane Clarifier
Ultrafiltration membrane clarifier for energy drinks, eliminating haze from taurine-caffeine mixes. Under HTS 8421.22.00.00 for purifying carbonated functional beverages other than water. Maintains shelf-stable clarity.
Malt Beverage Diatomaceous Earth Filter
Pressure-fed DE filter for malt beverages like hard seltzer, trapping yeast and haze proteins. Classified HTS 8421.22.00.00 for beverage other than water purification using kieselguhr. Standard in craft brewing.
Cocktail Syrup Particulate Filter
Duplex inline filter for cocktail syrups, swapping elements without stopping production to remove particulates. HTS 8421.22.00.00 for purifying bar mixers and syrup beverages. High-flow for hospitality.
Kombucha Live Culture Filter
Gentle mesh filter preserving SCOBY cultures while removing excess sediment from kombucha fermentation. Fits HTS 8421.22.00.00 as specialized for this fermented tea beverage. Probiotic-friendly design.
Yogurt Drink Bacterial Filter
Ceramic candle filter for yogurt drinks, retaining beneficial bacteria while purifying from contaminants. Under HTS 8421.22.00.00 for dairy beverage filtration other than water. Used in lassi/doogh production.
Probiotic Smoothie Pulp Filter
Vibratory screen filter separating pulp from probiotic smoothies for smooth texture. HTS 8421.22.00.00 for purifying blended fruit-yogurt beverages. High-capacity for commercial blending.