Chocolate Enrobing Machine

Conveyor-based system that coats centers like nuts or caramels with tempered chocolate, followed by cooling. HTS 8438.20.00.00 applies as specialized chocolate coating machinery integral to confectionery bar production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8438.90Lower: 12.8% vs 17.5%

If when adaptable for non-chocolate coatings like yogurt

Versatile coating machines fall under general food machinery provisions.

8419.89.95Higher: 39.2% vs 17.5%

If primarily a cooling tunnel without enrobing wire mesh

Standalone cooling equipment for food industry uses furnace/oven headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Supply conveyor speed and coating thickness specs to validate chocolate enrobing capacity

Certify vibration-free operation for thin-shell chocolate work to meet quality standards

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