84388000
NUCLEAR REACTORS, BOILERS, MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; PARTS THEREOF›Machinery, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, for the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink, other than machinery for the extraction or preparation of animal or fixed vegetable or microbial fats or oils
Other machinery
Subcodes (3)
Classification scope of subheading 8438 80
Subheading 8438 80 covers other machinery for industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink not specified in more specific subheadings of heading 8438. This includes fish processing machines (filleting, cleaning), coffee roasting and grinding machines, tea processing machines, ice cream machines, edible oil extraction machines, mayonnaise and sauce machines, spice processing machines, pet food machines and other specialist food machinery. This is a residual subheading. Parts under 8438 90.
Import requirements (8438 80)
Union Customs Code compliance. Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 with CE. Food contact: (EC) No 1935/2004. Stainless steel. Hygiene: (EC) No 852/2004. Animal products: (EC) No 853/2004. VAT on import. Duty rates in TARIC.
Duty rates for subheading 8438 80
MFN rates in TARIC. Preferential rates under EU FTAs and GSP. Sanctions on Russia/Belarus. All rates in TARIC.
Food industry hygiene standards for CN 8438 80
Other food machinery (CN) under CN 8438 80 must meet hygiene requirements set by Regulation (EC) 852/2004 and harmonised standard EN 1672-2. Key requirements include food-grade stainless steel construction (AISI 304/316), smooth surfaces without crevices, and ease of disassembly for cleaning and disinfection. Food-contact materials are governed by Regulation (EC) 1935/2004. The importer is responsible for including material declarations and CIP/SIP (Cleaning/Sterilization In Place) documentation. Customs authorities verify CE documentation during import clearance procedures.
Frequently asked questions
What does subheading 8438 80 cover?
Other food machinery: fish, coffee, tea, ice cream, oil extraction, sauce, spice and pet food machines. Residual subheading. Bakery under 8438 10, confectionery 8438 20, meat 8438 50. Parts under 8438 90. Duty rates in TARIC.
Do fish processing machines require hygiene compliance?
Yes, Regulations (EC) No 1935/2004, 852/2004 and 853/2004. Stainless steel. CE under (EU) 2023/1230. Duty rates in TARIC.
Documents for importing (8438 80)?
Commercial invoice, transport document, EORI, CE declaration, food contact and hygiene documentation. Proof of origin. Duty rates in TARIC.
What contact materials are permitted for other food machinery (CN) (8438 80)?
Machinery under CN 8438 80 for food contact must use materials compliant with Regulation (EC) 1935/2004. Permitted materials include: AISI 304/316 stainless steel, food-grade silicone or EPDM gaskets, and certified food-contact coatings.
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