Grain Color Sorting Machine from Japan
Optical color sorting machines separate grain by color defects using high-speed cameras and pneumatic ejectors, improving quality for milling. Falls under HTS 8437.80.00 as machinery for working cereals other than farm-type. Essential for food processing plants before milling operations.
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
• Specify sorting capacity (tons/hour) and grain types calibrated for accurate classification
• Include FDA food contact compliance for food-grade pneumatic systems
• Avoid declaring as mere optical scanners; emphasize grain separation function