Agitator Shaft for Industrial Chocolate Tempering Machine
Stainless steel shaft with helical blades for continuous agitation in large chocolate tempering kettles. Under HTS 8438.90.90 as parts of confectionery manufacturing machinery.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2.8% | +35.0% | 37.8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2.8% | +10.0% | 12.8% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 2.8% | +10.0% | 12.8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2.8% | +10.0% | 12.8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2.8% | +10.0% | 12.8% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If parts of cooking/refining vegetable oils
Oil processing machinery parts have statistical suffixes separate from general food.
If similar to chemical industry mixers
Machinery for chemical processing may overlap if not food-specific.
If imported as unfinished shaft
Machined steel articles not dedicated machinery parts go to Chapter 73.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify RPM range and chocolate viscosity grades it's designed for
• Certify shaft coatings (e.g
• electropolished) meet chocolate industry standards
• Don't classify under 8431 elevators; prove mixing function in food prep
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