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Product Overview The cotton candy machine, classified under HS Code 843880, is a specialized apparatus designed for the mechanical production of spun sugar confectionery. Typically constructed with stainless steel or food-grade aluminum components, these machines incorporate an electric motor-driven centrifugal spinning head that heats and liquefies granulated sugar, subsequently extruding fine sugar threads that solidify upon cooling. Standard models weigh between 10 to 25 kilograms and feature processing capacities ranging from 2 to 5 kilograms of sugar per hour, depending on operational parameters. The product falls within the category of machinery for food processing not elsewhere specified or included, encompassing various subcategories such as manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic cotton candy machines. Commercially, these machines serve food service providers, retail concession stands, amusement parks, and event caterers requiring efficient, hygienic, and rapid confectionery production. Their competitive advantage lies in consistent product quality, ease of sanitation, and compliance with international food safety standards, positioning them as essential equipment for vendors aiming to meet high throughput demands in diverse market environments. HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications The cotton candy machine is classified under the Harmonized System (HS) Code 843880, where Chapter 84 covers “Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances,” Heading 8438 pertains to “Machinery, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, for the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink,” and Subheading 843880 specifically designates “Machines for making confectionery or bakery products.” This classification is justified by the machine’s specialized function in confectionery production and its mechanical composition. Trade considerations for this product include packaging in reinforced corrugated fiberboard boxes with internal protective foam inserts to prevent mechanical damage during transit. Preservation methods focus on moisture-proof wrapping and rust inhibitors for metallic parts to ensure operational integrity upon delivery. Shipping typically employs standard palletization compatible with international container dimensions. The machines must conform to international quality standards such as ISO 22000 for food safety management and comply with relevant electrical safety certifications (e.g., CE, UL) to facilitate customs clearance and market acceptance. Adherence to WTO agreements and the Harmonized System nomenclature ensures streamlined customs processing and accurate tariff application.