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Coffee Dosing Set

A coffee dosing set is a tool used in the preparation of espresso to accurately measure and deliver ground coffee from a grinder to a portafilter. It typically consists of a dosing funnel and a dosing ring. The "black" designation refers to the color of the set, commonly indicating an anodized aluminum or plastic construction.

Material:

• Aluminum: Anodized aluminum is a common material due to its durability, lightweight nature, and resistance to corrosion. Black anodization provides a sleek aesthetic and helps reduce static cling.
• Stainless Steel: Offers superior durability and hygiene, but can be more expensive.
• Plastic: Often used for more affordable sets; however, plastic can sometimes retain static and be less durable.

Purpose:

The primary purpose of a dosing set is to ensure consistent coffee doses for espresso extraction. Consistent dosing is crucial for repeatable and high-quality espresso shots.

Function:

• Dosing Funnel: Fits into the chute of the coffee grinder. It directs the ground coffee into the dosing ring, minimizing mess and grounds spillage.
• Dosing Ring: Sits on top of the portafilter basket. The funnel directs the coffee into the ring, creating a level and consistent mound of grounds. The ring's height determines the dose weight.

Usage Scenarios:

• Home Espresso: Widely used by home baristas for consistent espresso preparation.
• Commercial Cafes: Employed to maintain quality control and consistency in fast-paced environments.
• Grinders Without Dosing Control: Essential for grinders that do not have built-in volumetric dosing mechanisms.

Common Types:

• 58mm Dosing Set: The most common size, compatible with standard 58mm portafilter baskets.
• 53mm Dosing Set: Used with smaller portafilter baskets, often found on entry-level espresso machines.
• Adjustable Dosing Sets: Feature rings with adjustable heights to accommodate different dose weights.
• Zero Retention Dosing Sets: Designed to minimize the amount of coffee grounds retained within the funnel, improving accuracy.
• WDT (Weiss Distribution Technique) Compatible Sets: Some sets are designed with features that facilitate the WDT process for even coffee distribution.

The declared goods, a “coffee dosing set black”, can be classified based on its material and function as a tool used in preparing coffee.

Here are the relevant HS codes found within the provided reference material:

• 9620003090: Monopods, bipods, tripods and similar articles: Accessories for the instruments and appliances, including rangefinders, of heading 9015. This code applies to accessories used with instruments and appliances. A coffee dosing set could be considered an accessory for coffee preparation appliances.

  • 96: Chapter – Miscellaneous manufactured articles.
  • 20: Heading – Articles of straw or of esparto; baskets, skeps, wickerwork, rattan, cane, bamboo and similar articles.
  • 003090: Subheading – Accessories for the instruments and appliances, including rangefinders, of heading 9015.

• 4205008000: Other articles of leather or of composition leather: Other: Other: Other. If the coffee dosing set is made of leather or composition leather, this code may be applicable.

  • 42: Chapter – Articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar articles; articles of animal gut.
  • 05: Heading – Other articles of leather or of composition leather.
  • 008000: Subheading – Other: Other: Other.

• 9617006000: Vacuum flasks and other vacuum vessels, complete; parts thereof other than glass inners: Parts. If the coffee dosing set consists of parts for vacuum flasks or similar vessels used in coffee preparation, this code could apply.

  • 96: Chapter – Miscellaneous manufactured articles.
  • 17: Heading – Vacuum flasks and other vacuum vessels, complete; parts thereof other than glass inners.
  • 006000: Subheading – Parts.

Regarding HS code 4205008000, please note the need to verify the material composition (leather or composition leather).