| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7323997000 | Doc | 60.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7323930060 | Doc | 57.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7326908688 | Doc | 82.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8210000000 | Doc | 58.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8304000000 | Doc | 33.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9403200075 | Doc | 80.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9403999040 | Doc | 80.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926901600 | Doc | 40.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3925900000 | Doc | 60.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9620005000 | Doc | 60.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9620006500 | Doc | 57.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Steaming Rack
A steaming rack is a kitchen tool designed to hold food above boiling water in a pot or steamer, allowing it to cook via steam.
Material:
- Stainless Steel: The most common material, offering durability, resistance to rust, and ease of cleaning.
- Carbon Steel: Less expensive than stainless steel, but requires seasoning to prevent rust.
- Silicone: Often foldable for compact storage; suitable for lower-temperature steaming.
- Chrome-Plated: Less common due to potential for chipping and rust; generally found in older models.
- Plastic: Used for some collapsible or disposable racks; typically for single-use or low-heat applications.
Purpose:
The primary purpose of a steaming rack is to cook food gently and evenly using steam. This method preserves nutrients, color, and texture better than boiling or frying.
Function:
Steam cooks food by transferring heat through the steam created by boiling water. The rack elevates the food above the water, preventing it from becoming soggy or breaking apart. The perforations in the rack allow steam to circulate around the food.
Usage Scenarios:
- Vegetables: Broccoli, carrots, asparagus, green beans, etc., benefit from steaming to retain crispness and color.
- Seafood: Fish, shellfish, and crab are commonly steamed to maintain moisture and delicate flavors.
- Dumplings & Bao: Steaming is the traditional cooking method for these items, creating a soft and fluffy texture.
- Eggs: Steaming eggs creates a custardy texture, ideal for egg custards or soft-boiled eggs.
- Reheating: Steaming gently reheats food without drying it out.
- Custards & Puddings: Delicate desserts benefit from the gentle heat of steaming.
Common Types:
- Pot Rack: Designed to fit inside a standard pot. Typically circular or rectangular.
- Foldable Rack: Made of silicone or metal and collapses for easy storage.
- Tiered Rack (Steamer Basket): Consists of multiple levels, allowing for simultaneous steaming of different foods. Often used in bamboo steamers or dedicated steamer pots.
- Bamboo Steamer: A traditional Asian steaming method using a woven bamboo basket. The rack is integrated into the basket.
- Electric Steamer Rack: A self-contained unit with a heating element and water reservoir.
- Universal Rack: Adjustable legs to fit various pot sizes.
Steaming racks are typically used in kitchens for cooking food via steaming. They can be made of various materials, including iron, steel, or plastics, and are designed to hold food above boiling water.
Here are relevant HS codes based on the provided reference material:
- 7323997000: This HS code covers “Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron or steel; iron or steel wool; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel: Other: Other: Not coated or plated with precious metal: Other: Cookingware”. If the steaming rack is made of iron or steel and is used as cookingware, this code may be applicable. The total tax rate is 60.3%.
- 7323930060: This HS code covers “Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron or steel; iron or steel wool; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel: Other: Of stainless steel Cooking and kitchen ware: Other: Kitchen ware”. If the steaming rack is made of stainless steel and is used as kitchen ware, this code may be applicable. The total tax rate is 57.0%.
- 9620005000: This HS code covers “Monopods, bipods, tripods and similar articles: Other: Of plastics”. If the steaming rack is made of plastic, this code may be applicable. The total tax rate is 60.3%.
- 9620006500: This HS code covers “Monopods, bipods, tripods and similar articles: Other: Of iron or steel”. If the steaming rack is made of iron or steel, this code may be applicable. The total tax rate is 57.9%.
Regarding HS code 7323997000 and 7323930060, the goods are classified as cookingware.
Regarding HS code 9620005000 and 9620006500, the goods are classified as similar articles.
Please verify the material of the steaming rack to determine the most accurate HS code.