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U.S. imports of electric hand-drying apparatus (HS 851633) totaled $379K in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Importers of Electric Hand-Drying Apparatus paid $40K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $367K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Electric Hand-Drying Apparatus imports of $379K in April 2026 ran 23% below the year-to-date monthly average of $494K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataCommercial and institutional hand dryers — including both warm-air and high-velocity jet-air models — classify at a single 10-digit line (8516330000) with no further US schedule subdivision. China dominates supply, with Taiwan and Spain also notable sources, reflecting both mass-market manufacturing and European premium-brand production. These units are typically subject to UL 1951 or equivalent safety certification requirements for commercial restroom equipment. Importers sourcing from China should account for Section 301 tariff exposure in landed-cost calculations, particularly for high-velocity models that have seen strong demand growth in commercial construction.
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Yes — both warm-air and high-velocity jet-air hand dryers classify under the same 10-digit line (8516330000), as the US schedule does not subdivide by drying technology or airspeed. The distinction matters commercially and for energy-efficiency claims, but it does not affect the tariff classification or applicable duty rate.
Electric hand dryers for commercial installation are generally required to meet UL 1951 (the standard for electric hand-drying appliances) or an equivalent NRTL certification. Products must also comply with applicable ADA accessibility guidelines if installed in public restrooms. Importers should obtain test certification documentation and confirm compliance before the first shipment to avoid CPSC enforcement or retailer rejection.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $11K | $358K | +$347K |
| SAUDI ARABIA | -- | $169K | +$169K |
| MALAYSIA | $130K | -- | -$130K |
| TAIWAN | $115K | -- | -$115K |
| MEXICO | -- | $97K | +$97K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8516330000 | ELECTRIC HAND-DRYING APPARATUS | $379K | 10.94% | $40K |
ELECTRIC HAND-DRYING APPARATUS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8516330000 | ELECTRIC HAND-DRYING APPARATUS | $892K |
ELECTRIC HAND-DRYING APPARATUS
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HS 851713
PROCESSORS AND CONTROLLERS, ELECTRONIC INTEG CIRCT
HS 854231
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HS 853710
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| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | -- | $293K | +$293K |
| New York | $69K | $180K | +$111K |
| Arizona | $130K | $63K | -$66K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $184K | -- | -$184K |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | -- | $169K | +$169K |
| PORT HURON, MI | -- | $147K | +$147K |