Stainless Steel Milking Machine Claw
The milking machine claw is a key component that connects multiple teat cups to the vacuum system in a milking parlor, distributing milk flow evenly. It is classified under HTS 8434.90.00.00 as a part of milking machines due to its specific design for dairy machinery assembly and milk collection.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as bulk stainless steel fittings without dairy-specific features
Generic stainless steel articles not designed for milking machines fall under Chapter 73 as other steel products.
If primarily a vacuum pump component rather than milking assembly part
Parts solely for vacuum pumps are classified in heading 8414, separate from complete milking systems.
If imported as part of a larger agricultural machinery set for farm use
If bundled in sets with other farm equipment, it may shift to heading 8436 for other agricultural machines.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify material composition (e.g
• stainless steel grade) with certificates to avoid reclassification as general metal parts
• Include detailed assembly diagrams showing integration with milking machines to prove specific dairy machinery use
• Ensure FDA compliance for food-contact surfaces, including sanitation certifications to prevent import holds
Related Products under HTS 8434.90.00.00
Milking Teat Cup Liner
Rubber or silicone teat cup liners fit inside stainless steel shells to gently massage and extract milk from cow udders during automated milking. Classified under HTS 8434.90.00.00 as essential replaceable parts of dairy milking machines.
Dairy Vacuum Pump Regulator
This regulator maintains consistent vacuum pressure in milking systems to ensure efficient milk flow without cow discomfort. It qualifies for HTS 8434.90.00.00 as a specialized part integral to dairy milking machinery operation.
Milk Pipeline Pulsation Valve
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.
Milking Machine Stainless Steel Shell
Durable stainless steel shells house teat cup liners and withstand daily milking rigors in parlor systems. They are parts thereof under HTS 8434.90.00.00 for milking and dairy machinery.
Dairy Milk Meter Housing
Protective housings encase electronic milk meters that measure yield per cow in rotary or parlor milkers. Classified under HTS 8434.90.00.00 as parts of dairy machinery.
Milking Parlor Cooling Tank Probe
Temperature probes monitor and regulate bulk milk cooling tanks post-milking to preserve quality. They are parts of dairy machinery under HTS 8434.90.00.00.