Can Rinser and Dryer

Machinery for rinsing and air-drying aluminum or steel cans in beverage canning lines, removing debris and moisture before labeling and filling. It qualifies under HTS 8422.20.00.00 as equipment for cleaning metal containers in food processing. Typically features inverted air knives for efficient drying.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8422.40Lower: 10% vs 35%

If includes labeling or sealing capabilities

Partial packing functions move it to other packing machinery subheadings.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If for specialized chemical container rinsing

Chemical industry-specific cleaners may classify under unspecified machines.

8421.21.00Same rate: 35%

If for filtering rinse water as primary function

Water filtering equipment integral to cleaning shifts to 8421 filtering machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify container material (metal vs glass) in invoices to confirm 8422.20 classification

Ensure food-contact compliance with NSF/ANSI standards; lack of certs causes holds

Avoid classifying multi-function units; separate cleaning from packing to stay in heading

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Returnable Bottle Washer

Heavy-duty machine for caustic soaking and jet-rinsing reusable glass bottles in breweries, removing labels and residues. Fits HTS 8422.20.00.00 for industrial container cleaning of returnables. Includes effluent treatment for environmental compliance.

Industrial Container Air Dryer

High-velocity air knife dryer for removing rinse water from cleaned bottles, jars, and cans post-washing. Under HTS 8422.20.00.00 when paired with cleaning for container prep. Essential for label adhesion in packaging.

Beverage Bottle Washing Machine

Industrial machine designed to clean glass or PET bottles used in beverage production by spraying high-pressure water jets and detergents inside and outside the bottles. It falls under HTS 8422.20.00.00 as it is specifically machinery for cleaning bottles prior to filling in bottling lines. Features multiple rinsing stages to ensure hygiene standards for food and beverage containers.

Pharmaceutical Vial Cleaning Machine

Automated system for washing and drying glass vials and ampoules used in pharmaceutical packaging, employing ultrasonic cleaning and sterile air drying. Classified under HTS 8422.20.00.00 for its dedicated function in cleaning small containers before sterile filling. Includes HEPA-filtered air systems to maintain cleanliness.

Glass Jar Washing Tunnel

Continuous tunnel-style washer for cleaning empty glass jars used in food preserving, with multi-stage soaking, brushing, and rinsing. Falls under HTS 8422.20.00.00 for machinery dedicated to container cleaning in packaging lines. Often includes inversion for complete internal cleaning.