Vemag Maschinenbau Meat Forming Press from Japan
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.
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
• Include mold pattern library and production rate certifications
• Declare non-stick coatings compliant with FDA 21 CFR 175.300
• Specify meat emulsion capability to avoid bakery dough press classification