Soot Blower for Boilers from Japan
Automated device using steam, air, or water jets to remove soot and ash deposits from boiler tubes and heat transfer surfaces, maintaining efficiency. Falls under HTS 8404.10.00 as a soot remover, explicitly listed as auxiliary plant for 8402/8403 boilers. Available in retractable or rotary lance configurations for various boiler sizes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include operational manuals demonstrating boiler-specific nozzle patterns and control integration
• Certify explosion-proof ratings for coal-fired boiler environments to pass safety inspections