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Hand Press Garlic Press

A hand press garlic press is a kitchen tool used to crush garlic cloves efficiently. It consists of a chamber with small holes and a hinged handle that applies pressure to force garlic through the holes, producing minced or crushed garlic.

Material

• Stainless Steel: The most common material, known for its durability, resistance to rust and corrosion, and ease of cleaning.
• Aluminum: Lighter than stainless steel, but can be less durable and may react with acidic foods.
• Zinc Alloy: Offers good strength and affordability, but may not be as resistant to corrosion as stainless steel.
• Plastic: Often used for handles or as part of the overall construction, typically used in lower-cost models. Some high-end models use reinforced plastic.

Purpose

The primary purpose is to quickly and easily mince or crush garlic cloves, reducing preparation time and effort compared to using a knife. It avoids the lingering garlic odor on hands and cutting boards.

Function

The tool operates on the principle of mechanical advantage. Applying pressure to the handles forces a plunger to press the garlic clove(s) against a perforated surface. The garlic is extruded through the holes as a paste or finely minced pieces.

Usage Scenarios

• Home Cooking: Used in everyday meal preparation for various cuisines.
• Professional Kitchens: Employed for high-volume garlic processing.
• Recipes requiring finely minced garlic: Sauces, marinades, dressings, and rubs benefit from the consistent texture achieved by a garlic press.

Common Types

• Standard Garlic Press: The most prevalent type, featuring a hinged handle and a chamber for garlic cloves.
• Rocking Garlic Press: Designed with a curved base for a rocking motion, requiring less force to press the garlic.
• Ergonomic Garlic Press: Incorporates features like cushioned handles or optimized leverage for increased comfort and ease of use.
• Multi-Functional Garlic Press: Some models include additional features like a slicer, zester, or peeler.
• Self-Cleaning Garlic Press: Designed with a removable chamber or a mechanism to easily eject garlic skins.

Hand press garlic press can be classified under several HS codes based on its material and function. Here's a breakdown of potential classifications:

• 8205513030: This code covers handtools (including glass cutters) and parts thereof, specifically household tools of iron or steel, kitchen and table implements. A garlic press falls under the category of kitchen implements made of iron or steel.

  • 82: Base metals and articles thereof; nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof.
  • 05: Tools, implements, cutlery, hand tools, blanking and forging tools, base metal.
  • 51: Household tools.
  • 30: Kitchen and table implements.
  • Tax Details: Base tariff is 3.7%, with an additional 25.0% tariff currently, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025. Total tariff is 58.7%.

• 8205593080: This code covers other handtools (including glass cutters) and parts thereof, specifically crowbars, track tools and wedges, and parts thereof. While a garlic press isn't a crowbar, it is classified as an 'other handtool'.

  • 82: Base metals and articles thereof; nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof.
  • 05: Tools, implements, cutlery, hand tools, blanking and forging tools, base metal.
  • 59: Other handtools.
  • 30: Other.
  • 80: Crowbars, track tools and wedges, and parts thereof.
  • Tax Details: Base tariff is 0.0%, with an additional 25.0% tariff currently, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025. Total tariff is 55.0%.

• 8210000000: This code covers hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10 kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink, and base metal parts thereof. A garlic press falls under this category as a hand-operated appliance used in food preparation.

  • 82: Base metals and articles thereof; nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof.
  • 10: Hand-operated mechanical appliances.
  • 00: Other.
  • Tax Details: Base tariff is 3.7%, with an additional 25.0% tariff currently, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025. Total tariff is 58.7%.