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Potato Ricer

A potato ricer is a kitchen tool used to mash cooked potatoes, and other foods, into a fine, consistent texture. It produces a smoother result than traditional mashers, and avoids the gluey consistency that can result from overworking potatoes with an electric mixer or whisk.

Material:

• Stainless Steel: The most common material, known for its durability, resistance to rust, and ease of cleaning. Often preferred for professional kitchens.
• Aluminum: Lighter than stainless steel, but can react with acidic foods and may require more careful cleaning.
• Plastic: Typically used for handles and some lower-cost models. Quality varies significantly.
• Cast Iron: Less common, but durable and retains heat well. Requires careful seasoning and maintenance to prevent rust.

Purpose:

The primary purpose of a potato ricer is to create smooth, lump-free mashed potatoes. However, it's versatile and can be used for a variety of other foods.

Function:

A potato ricer consists of a chamber with a lid and a handle. Cooked food is placed inside the chamber, and pressure is applied to the handle, forcing the food through small holes. This process separates the food into a fine, consistent texture.

Usage Scenarios:

• Mashed Potatoes: The most common application, producing a light and fluffy texture ideal for various potato dishes.
• Purees: Excellent for creating smooth purees of vegetables like carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, and cauliflower.
• Baby Food: Creates a consistent texture suitable for infants.
• Spätzle/Gnocchi: Some ricers are specifically designed for making these types of dumplings.
• Fruit Sauces: Can be used to remove seeds and skins from cooked fruits like raspberries or blackberries, creating smooth sauces and jams.
• Removing Vegetable Skins: Useful for removing skins from tomatoes when making sauces.

Common Types:

• Traditional Ricer: A handheld device with a single chamber and handle. Requires manual force.
• Lever-Action Ricer: Features a lever that applies pressure, reducing the effort required.
• Foot-Operated Ricer: Typically used in professional kitchens, allowing for hands-free operation.
• Disk-Based Ricer: Uses interchangeable disks with different hole sizes to create varying textures.
• Multi-Purpose Ricer: Includes additional attachments for grating, slicing, or other kitchen tasks.

A potato ricer is a hand-operated mechanical appliance used in the preparation of food. It weighs 10 kg or less and is designed for conditioning or serving food.

The following HS codes are relevant:

• 8210000000: This code covers hand-operated mechanical appliances weighing 10 kg or less, specifically for the preparation, conditioning, or serving of food or drink, and includes base metal parts thereof. This is a broad category encompassing appliances like potato ricers.
  • 82: Chapter 82 covers articles of cutlery, forks, spoons, knives, surgical instruments, and articles of razors, scissors, and similar edge tools.
  • 10: Heading 8210 specifically covers hand-operated mechanical appliances.
  • 000000: This further specifies the subheading for all items within this category.

The applicable tax rate for this HS code is a base tariff of 3.7%, a surcharge of 25.0%, and a surcharge of 30% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tax rate of 58.7%.

Please note that the surcharge will increase to 30% after April 2, 2025.