Milk Pipeline Pulsation Valve from China
Pulsation valves control the rhythmic vacuum application in milk pipelines, simulating hand milking for better yield. Classified as parts of milking machines under HTS 8434.90.00.00 due to their role in dairy automation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include pulsation rate data (e.g
• 50-60 pulses/min) in commercial invoices to confirm milking-specific function
• Ensure hygienic design certifications (3-A sanitary standards) for seamless FDA clearance
• Bundle with teat cup assemblies in shipments to reinforce 'parts of milking machines' status