Milk Cooling Tank
Insulated bulk tank with refrigeration coils to rapidly cool raw milk post-milking to prevent spoilage. Classified under HTS 8434.20.00.00 as critical dairy machinery for milk storage and preservation on farms.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If designed for general refrigerated storage
Refrigerators not specified for dairy cooling fall under heading 8418.
If imported as bare tank without cooling system
Unspecified tanks and containers shift to Chapter 73.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document cooling capacity (gallons/hour) and target temp (below 40°F) for dairy validation
• Include agitator and level sensor details as standard dairy features
• Avoid classification as general refrigerator by emphasizing on-farm milk cooling purpose
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