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Milking Machine

A milking machine is a mechanized system used for extracting milk from dairy animals, primarily cows, but also goats, sheep, and camels. It replaces the manual labor of hand milking, increasing efficiency and hygiene in dairy farming.

Material

Modern milking machines consist of several key components constructed from various materials:

• Stainless Steel: Predominantly used for the milk claw, pulsation system, milk lines, and receiver tank due to its durability, corrosion resistance, and ease of cleaning.
• Rubber: Used for liners (the part that directly contacts the teat) and pulsation tubes due to its flexibility and ability to create a vacuum seal. Silicone rubber is increasingly common due to its longer lifespan and better performance.
• Plastic: Used for various housings, connectors, and components requiring lightweight and moldable materials.
• Metal Alloys: Used in vacuum pumps and motors for strength and reliability.
• Electronic Components: Used in control systems, sensors, and automated features.

Purpose

The primary purpose of a milking machine is to:

• Efficient Milk Extraction: Rapidly and thoroughly remove milk from the udder.
• Increased Hygiene: Minimize contamination of milk compared to hand milking.
• Reduced Labor Costs: Decrease the physical effort and time required for milk harvesting.
• Improved Animal Welfare: Properly designed machines can reduce stress on the animal compared to inconsistent hand milking.
• Data Collection: Many modern systems collect data on milk yield, conductivity, and other parameters for herd management.

Function

The milking machine operates through a series of steps:

1. Teat Preparation: Teats are cleaned and disinfected to prevent contamination.
2. Attachment: The milk claw, containing rubber liners, is attached to the teats, creating an airtight seal.
3. Vacuum Creation: A vacuum pump creates a negative pressure within the system.
4. Pulsation: The pulsation system alternates the vacuum pressure to mimic the natural suckling action of a calf, stimulating milk let-down and preventing tissue damage.
5. Milk Flow: The vacuum draws milk from the udder through the liners, into the milk claw, and then through pipelines to a receiver tank.
6. Milk Cooling & Storage: The receiver tank cools and stores the milk at a low temperature to prevent bacterial growth.
7. Automated Cleaning: Systems are equipped with automated cleaning cycles to maintain hygiene.

Usage Scenarios

• Dairy Farms: The most common application, ranging from small family-owned farms to large-scale commercial operations.
• Research Institutions: Used in animal science research related to milk production and udder health.
• Veterinary Clinics: Used for emergency milk harvesting or treatment of mastitis.
• Small-Scale Animal Husbandry: Increasingly used by smaller farms or individuals with a few dairy animals.

Common Types

• Bucket Milking Machines: The milk is collected in a bucket placed under the claw. Often used in smaller operations.
• Pipeline Milking Machines: Milk is drawn through pipelines directly to a receiver tank. Common in larger farms.
• Automatic Milking Systems (AMS) / Robotic Milking: Robots locate and attach milking clusters to the teats without human intervention. Increasingly popular due to labor savings and improved animal welfare.
• Single-Stall Milking Systems: Animals are milked individually in separate stalls.
• Multi-Stall/Rotary/Carousel Milking Systems: Animals are milked in a rotating system, increasing throughput.
• Surge Milking Machines: An older style of milking machine, now less common due to efficiency concerns.

Milking machines are devices used for extracting milk from dairy animals, typically cows, goats, or sheep. They consist of various components including pumps, pulsators, milking cups, and pipelines. These machines are employed in dairy farms and agricultural settings to automate the milking process, improving efficiency and hygiene.

The following HS codes are relevant to milking machines, based on the provided information:

• 8434100000: This HS code specifically covers “Milking machines and dairy machinery, and parts thereof: Milking machines”.
  • 84: Chapter 84 pertains to Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof.
  • 34: Heading 34 focuses on Milking machines and dairy machinery.
  • 100000: Subheading 100000 specifically identifies Milking machines.
  • The total tax rate for this HS code is 37.5%, comprising a 0.0% base tariff, a 7.5% additional tariff, and a 30.0% additional tariff applicable after April 2, 2025.

Regarding HS code 8434100000, please note the change in additional tariff from 7.5% to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.