Vemag Maschinenbau Meat Forming Press

Hydraulic forming machine that shapes meat patties, nuggets, or reformed products from ground meat mixtures at high speeds. Classified under HTS 8438.50.00 for industrial meat preparation through molding and pressing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China2.8%+35.0%37.8%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany2.8%+10.0%12.8%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan2.8%+10.0%12.8%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8438.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 37.8%

If for dough or bakery product forming

Shaping machinery for specified bakery ingredients is separate.

8479.81.00Lower: 35% vs 37.8%

If highly automated forming lines with robotics

Automated food processing machines may classify under 8479.

8438.90Lower: 12.8% vs 37.8%

If interchangeable forming dies

Tooling and dies are machinery parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include mold pattern library and production rate certifications

β€’ Declare non-stick coatings compliant with FDA 21 CFR 175.300

β€’ Specify meat emulsion capability to avoid bakery dough press classification

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