Milk Homogenizer Machine
High-pressure pump system that forces milk through small nozzles to break down fat globules for uniform texture. Classified under HTS 8434.20.00.00 for its essential role in dairy processing to produce homogenized milk products.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as a general industrial pump without dairy customization
Centrifugal pumps not specified for dairy processing are classified by function in heading 8413.
If for mixing machinery used in non-dairy liquid processing
General mixing equipment shifts to Chapter 84 if not dairy-dedicated.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide pressure ratings and nozzle specifications to confirm dairy application during customs review
• Ensure sanitary design certification (3-A standards) is documented to meet U.S. dairy import requirements
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