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Hielscher UIP1000hdT Ultrasonic Homogenizer from Germany

Hielscher's UIP1000hdT is an industrial ultrasonic processor for emulsification, dispersion, and wet milling through high-intensity ultrasonic cavitation that removes material at a microscopic level. Classified under HTS 8456.20.5000 for 'other' ultrasonic-operated machine tools performing material removal processes beyond semiconductor wafers. Commonly used in food processing, chemicals, and biofuels for particle size reduction.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide cavitation frequency specs (typically 20-40 kHz) and power output in invoices to distinguish from non-material-removal ultrasonic cleaners

• Comply with FDA or EU food contact regulations if for food/pharma; pitfall is inadequate material certificates delaying food-grade imports

• Declare explosion-proof ratings for solvent-based applications to prevent reclassification as hazardous location equipment