Satake Grain Abrasion Machine from Japan
Satake's grain abrasion machines pearler and polish grains like rice and wheat by removing outer layers in milling processes. Essential for pre-milling cleaning in flour production lines. Classified under HTS 8437.80.0010 as other grain milling machinery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide process flow diagrams showing integration into grain milling to justify classification
• Avoid pitfall of classifying as cleaning machinery (8437.40) by emphasizing milling function
• Require supplier affidavits on non-farm use for smooth clearance