Cheese Whey Drainer
Perforated table or vat that allows whey to drain from cheese curds while retaining curd mass for further processing. Falls under HTS 8434.20.00.00 as specialized dairy cheese making equipment.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used for general food draining
Food preparation draining equipment goes to heading 8438.
If imported as simple perforated metal articles
Basic metal strainers are Chapter 73 articles of iron/steel.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include drainage rate, curd retention mesh size, and capacity details
• Ensure corrosion-resistant materials suitable for acidic whey
• Avoid 7326 classification as general strainers by emphasizing cheese process integration
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