Toshiba Hydro-Clean Dry Machine from Japan
Hybrid dry cleaning machine using minimal water with hydrocarbon solvents for eco-conscious garment care. Falls under HTS 8451.10.00.00 primarily as a dry-cleaning machine despite limited wet functions for textiles.
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
• Document water-solvent separation tech to maintain dry-cleaner status
• Comply with wastewater discharge regs even for low-water systems
• Pre-clear with CBP if wet cycle exceeds 10% of operation time