Pineapple Coring and Slicing Machine
Cylindrical corer removes the tough core from pineapples, followed by slicing into rings or chunks for canning. Dedicated fruit preparation tool under HTS 8438.60.00.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If manual kitchen corers or small tools
Household or small-scale tools go to Chapter 82 for kitchen implements.
If for beverage extraction like juice
Juice-making machinery from fruits heads to 8438.20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify blade sharpness retention and sanitation protocols in specs
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• Avoid classifying as toy/kitchenware; emphasize industrial capacity
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