Pasteurization Unit for Milk

A heat exchanger system designed to heat milk to a specific temperature to kill harmful bacteria while preserving quality. It falls under HTS 8434.20.00.00 as specialized dairy machinery for processing milk in pasteurization, a core dairy operation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8419.50.50Same rate: 35%

If used for general beverage processing beyond dairy

Machinery for cooking or heating liquids not exclusively for dairy falls under Chapter 84 food preparation equipment.

8479.89.65Lower: 20.3% vs 35%

If designed for multiple food types including non-dairy

Unspecified food processing machinery covers multi-purpose units not dedicated to dairy operations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify compliance with FDA pasteurization standards and obtain necessary health certifications for food contact surfaces

β€’ Include detailed technical specs and material safety data sheets to avoid misclassification as general heat exchangers