PET Bottle Inverter Washer from Japan
Specialized washer that inverts PET bottles to clean necks and interiors with targeted sprays, followed by compressed air drying for soda bottling. Classified in HTS 8422.20.00.00 for its role in preparing plastic containers. Prevents contamination in high-speed filling operations.
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
• Certify plastic compatibility and pressure ratings to avoid material misrepresentation
• Include user manuals proving container-specific design for classification