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.

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.

8421.99.01Same rate: 35%

If for washing crates or carriers holding bottles

Container carriers clean under other cleaning machinery.

8419.89.95Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If features steam sterilization ovens

Sterilization drying shifts to furnace/oven classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify caustic tank capacity; high-corrosion models need special handling certs

EU RoHS compliance for wastewater systems aids customs

Avoid bulk crate washers, which may go to 8421

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