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Bottle Dryer Air Knife Assembly from Japan

Precision-engineered air knife modules that blow high-velocity air across wet bottles post-washing to remove moisture before labeling or filling. This part is specific to machinery for drying bottles or containers, fitting HTS 8422.90.91.20.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Submit OEM part numbers and compatibility lists proving exclusive use in container drying machines

• Document airflow ratings and material specs (e.g

• aluminum extrusion) to differentiate from general air blowers

• Avoid common pitfall of classifying with fans; emphasize integration into linear bottle drying systems