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HSChapter 84
U.S. imports of machinery for cleaning or drying bottles and other containers (HS 842220) totaled $17.3M in April 2026, traded with 21 countries.
Importers of Machinery for Cleaning or Drying Bottles and Other Containers paid $651K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 6.9% on $9.4M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBottle-washing and drying equipment plays a critical role in beverage, pharmaceutical, and food-processing lines, where contamination control before filling is a regulatory and quality imperative. All US imports of this equipment fall under a single 10-digit line, 8422200000, making classification straightforward but origin documentation essential. Canada leads supply, followed by Germany and Italy — European machinery in particular commands premium positioning for high-speed, CIP-compatible systems. Importers should verify whether equipment incorporates programmable controls that could trigger separate classification review under Chapter 84 notes.
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Yes. Cleaning and drying machines for bottles and containers are classified under HTS 8422200000 as a standalone subheading, separate from filling or closing machinery (8422.30) and packing machinery (8422.40). If a cleaning unit is imported as part of a complete integrated line, the importer and broker must determine whether the composite machine rule applies or whether each functional unit is classified independently.
Standard commercial entry documents apply: commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading. For European-origin capital equipment, importers should also retain technical specifications and CE-marking documentation, which can support classification decisions and may be requested during CBP review. No mandatory admissibility permit is required for this purely industrial equipment.
Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $7.9M | $278K | -$7.6M |
| SLOVENIA | $3.1M | -- | -$3.1M |
| ITALY | $1.9M | $18K | -$1.9M |
| NETHERLANDS | $1.4M | -- | -$1.4M |
| SWEDEN | $1.3M | -- | -$1.3M |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8422200000 | MACH FOR CLEAN OR DRY BOTTLES OR OTHER CONTAINERS | $17.3M | 6.94% | $651K |
MACH FOR CLEAN OR DRY BOTTLES OR OTHER CONTAINERS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8422200000 | MACH FOR CLEAN OR DRY BOTTLES OR OTHER CONTAINERS | $834K |
MACH FOR CLEAN OR DRY BOTTLES OR OTHER CONTAINERS
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DIGITAL PROCESSING UNITS, N.E.S.O.I.
HS 847150
PARTS & ACCESSORIES FOR ADP MACHINES & UNITS
HS 847330
PORT DIGTL AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESS MACH NOT > 10 KG
HS 847130
AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING STORAGE UNITS, N.E.S.O.I
HS 847170
AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING UNITS, N.E.S.O.I.
HS 847180
TURBOJET AND TURBOPROLLER PARTS
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| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $3.4M | -- | -$3.4M |
| Texas | $2.1M | $127K | -$2.0M |
| Illinois | $1.6M | $22K | -$1.6M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | $3.6M | $10K | -$3.5M |
| CHARLESTON, SC | $3.1M | -- | -$3.1M |
| ALEXANDRIA BAY, NY | $2.6M | $29K | -$2.6M |
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