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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8438.50.00Higher: 37.8% vs 35%

If used for general food draining

Food preparation draining equipment goes to heading 8438.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 35%

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