Dairy Product Reefer

Refrigerated vessel specialized for butter, cheese, and milk powder transport with humidity control systems. Classified under HTS 8901.30.00.00 for refrigerated goods transport excluding cruise ships.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8901.90.00.00Same rate: 35%

If refrigeration is incidental to general cargo

Only dedicated refrigerated vessels qualify; others are general cargo ships.

8906Lower: 10% vs 35%

If unfinished hull stage before refrigeration fit-out

Chapter notes specify incomplete vessels in 8906.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide dairy-specific humidity control specs and anti-condensation documentation

Ensure vessel meets IMO IBC Code for refrigerated liquids if applicable

Confirm gross tonnage accurately for duty calculation thresholds