Multiple Effect Sugar Evaporator from Germany
Multi-stage vacuum evaporator that concentrates sugarcane juice by removing water vapor through successive effects. Falls under HTS 8438.30.00.00 as core sugar manufacturing equipment for syrup production. Typically features 4-6 effects operating under decreasing pressure for energy efficiency.
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
• Include vapor flow diagrams and Brix concentration specs (typically 55-65° Brix output) in import docs
• Certify pressure vessel compliance with ASME standards; critical for customs clearance