Pharmaceutical Vial Cleaning Machine from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Include GMP certification and validate cleaning efficacy data for customs and FDA clearance
• Label as 'pharma-specific' to distinguish from general beverage cleaners; mislabeling leads to delays