Pneumatic Powdered Milk Transfer System from Germany
A sanitary pneumatic conveyor for moving powdered dairy products between processing and packaging lines using filtered compressed air. It qualifies for HTS 8428.20.00 due to its pneumatic elevation mechanism for food-grade bulk powders.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide 3-A sanitary standards certification and CIP (clean-in-place) system details for FDA clearance
• Include hygiene zone classifications (e.g
• Zone 20 for ATEX dust) in technical files
• Label as food contact material to prevent customs holds on dairy equipment imports