Vegetable Potato Washing and Peeling Line from Mexico
Automated line that brushes and sprays potatoes to remove soil and skin, followed by rinsing for clean produce ready for cutting or frying. It qualifies for HTS 8438.60.00.00 as machinery dedicated to vegetable preparation in industrial settings.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit water usage and effluent treatment specs to meet EPA import guidelines for food machinery
• Use ISF filing early for large equipment shipments to avoid demurrage fees
• Avoid pitfalls by confirming no prohibited materials like lead in contact parts