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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
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.
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
• Verify compliance with FDA pasteurization standards and obtain necessary health certifications for food contact surfaces
• Include detailed technical specs and material safety data sheets to avoid misclassification as general heat exchangers
Related Products under HTS 8434.20.00.00
Cream Separator Centrifuge
Rotating drum machine that separates cream from whole milk based on density differences using centrifugal force. It is dairy machinery under HTS 8434.20.00.00 specifically for milk fractionation in cheese and butter production.
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.
Whey Processing Separator
Disk-stack centrifuge optimized for clarifying and concentrating whey byproduct from cheese production. Dairy machinery under HTS 8434.20.00.00 for whey valorization in dairy plants.
Milk Bottle Washing Machine
Automated conveyor system with jets and brushes to clean and sanitize returnable glass milk bottles before refilling. Dairy machinery under HTS 8434.20.00.00 for bottle preparation in dairy packaging lines.
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.
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.