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Chocolate Tempering Unit Mixing Blade from Japan

A precision-engineered stainless steel mixing blade designed specifically for chocolate tempering units used in industrial confectionery production. It ensures uniform temperature distribution and prevents crystallization during the tempering process of cocoa mass. Classified under HTS 8438.90.90.30 as a part of machinery for chocolate manufacture.

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

• Verify the part is exclusively for chocolate tempering machinery via manufacturer specs to avoid misclassification

• Provide detailed engineering drawings and end-use certificates to customs for smooth clearance

Chocolate Tempering Unit Mixing Blade from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8438.90.90.30