Dough Divider Blade Assembly

Precision blade set for industrial dough dividers that portion dough into uniform weights for bread production. Classified under HTS 8438.90.90.15 as a part of bakery machinery essential for consistent loaf sizing in high-volume baking. Typically made from stainless steel for hygiene and durability.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.8%+35.0%37.8%
🇲🇽Mexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇨🇦Canada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇩🇪Germany2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇯🇵Japan2.8%+10.0%12.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

8208.90Lower: 10% vs 37.8%

If blades are interchangeable and sold separately without machine context

Knives and blades for general industrial cutting shift to Chapter 82 if not dedicated bakery parts.

8438.90.90Same rate: 37.8%

If for parts of other food prep machinery like meat slicers

Non-bakery food machinery parts use the broader 'other' provision in the same heading.

8438.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 37.8%

If part of a complete dough divider machine rather than replacement

Complete bakery machinery for portioning dough classifies under its own subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide bakery machine model compatibility to substantiate classification over generic cutting tools

Ensure sanitary design certification for food contact to expedite FDA prior notice requirements

Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing by including full assembly cost in declared value