8438.90.90/Agitator Shaft for Industrial Chocolate Tempering Machine/Japan

Agitator Shaft for Industrial Chocolate Tempering Machine from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• 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