8419.39.02.70 - For foods and beverages

HTS code 8419.39.02.70 specifically classifies dryers designed and utilized for the treatment of foods and beverages. This category encompasses machinery that employs a change in temperature for processes such as drying, evaporating, or vaporizing to preserve, prepare, or process food and drink items. Examples include industrial dehydrators for fruits, vegetables, or meats, as well as equipment used for drying grains, coffee beans, or tea leaves, and those employed in the beverage industry for processes like milk powder production or hop drying.

This classification is distinct from its sibling, 8419.39.02.80, which covers "other" dryers not specifically intended for foods and beverages. While both fall under the broader category of "other dryers" within heading 8419, the key differentiator for 8419.39.02.70 is the intended application in the food and beverage sector. Classification relies on the primary function and intended use of the equipment, ensuring that machinery dedicated to food and drink processing is accurately categorized.

As a leaf node, 8419.39.02.70 does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification under this specific HTS code hinges on the direct applicability of the drying machinery to food and beverage production processes. Importers and exporters should ensure that the equipment's design and operational purpose align with the treatment of edible or drinkable goods to warrant classification within this precise category.