Continuous Screw Cider Press from Germany
A continuous screw press processes apples into cider by progressively squeezing pulp through a rotating auger, suitable for high-volume production. It qualifies for HTS 8435.10.00.00 as machinery used in cider manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit process flow diagrams showing cider-specific application to customs for verification
• Check for CE marking if from EU, as it aids FDA equivalence for food contact
• Avoid misdeclaration as agricultural equipment, which could lead to 8433 classification