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Electric Meat Grinder

An electric meat grinder is a kitchen appliance designed to finely chop meats, and other food items, using an electric motor to turn a screw-like auger. It automates the process of manual meat grinding, offering speed, convenience, and consistency.

Material:

• Housing: Typically constructed from stainless steel, aluminum alloy, or durable plastic. Stainless steel is preferred for hygiene and longevity.
• Blades: High-carbon steel is common, heat-treated for sharpness and durability.
• Auger (Worm): Stainless steel is standard, designed for efficient meat feed and grinding.
• Grinding Plates: Stainless steel, available in varying hole sizes (see 'Common Types' below).
• Motor: Electric motors are generally induction motors, varying in power (horsepower) depending on intended use.

Purpose:

The primary purpose is to grind meat for various culinary applications, including:

• Sausage Making: Creating ground meat mixtures with precise fat content and texture.
• Burger Patties: Producing custom-ground beef for burgers.
• Meatloaf & Meatballs: Grinding meat for these dishes.
• Pet Food: Some users grind meat for homemade pet food.
• Other Applications: Grinding poultry, fish, vegetables, and even nuts (with appropriate attachments).

Function:

Electric meat grinders operate on a simple principle:

1. Food Feed: Meat is fed into the feed tube.
2. Auger Rotation: An electric motor rotates a screw-like auger within the grinding chamber.
3. Meat Transport: The auger pushes the meat towards a cutting blade.
4. Grinding: The blade cuts the meat into smaller pieces.
5. Plate Extrusion: The meat is forced through a perforated grinding plate, determining the final grind size.
6. Output: The ground meat is expelled from the output chute.

Usage Scenarios:

• Home Kitchens: For individuals and families who prefer custom-ground meat.
• Small Butchers/Deli Shops: For grinding smaller quantities of meat.
• Restaurants: For specific grinding needs not met by pre-ground options.
• Hunting/Wild Game Processing: Grinding venison, boar, and other game meats.

Common Types:

• #32 Grinder: Coarse grind, ideal for chili, salsas, or coarser sausage.
• #80 Grinder: Medium grind, versatile for burgers, meatloaf, and general purpose use.
• #120 Grinder: Fine grind, suitable for meatballs, pâtés, and emulsified sausages.
• #220 Grinder: Very fine grind, used for smooth textures and emulsified products.
• Sausage Stuffer Attachments: Allow the grinder to fill sausage casings.
• Kubbe Attachments: Used for making Kubbe, a Middle Eastern dish.
• Food Processor Attachments: Some food processors include meat grinding attachments, generally for smaller quantities.
• Commercial Grinders: Heavy-duty grinders designed for high-volume use, typically with larger motors and higher capacities.

Electric meat grinders fall under machinery used for the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink, specifically for the preparation of meat. Here's a breakdown of relevant HS codes based on the provided information:

• 8438.50.00.10: This HS code covers machinery, not specified elsewhere in the chapter, for the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink (excluding machinery for extracting or preparing animal/vegetable fats/oils). It specifically includes machinery for the preparation of meat or poultry, and meat- and poultry-packing plant machinery. The total tax rate is 57.8% (Basic tariff: 2.8%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%).
• 8438.50.00.90: This HS code also covers machinery, not specified elsewhere in the chapter, for the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink (excluding machinery for extracting or preparing animal/vegetable fats/oils). It includes machinery for the preparation of meat or poultry, but categorized as 'Other'. The total tax rate is 57.8% (Basic tariff: 2.8%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%).

It is important to determine whether the electric meat grinder is considered 'meat- and poultry-packing plant machinery' to correctly classify it between 8438.50.00.10 and 8438.50.00.90.