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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of clothes drying machines (capacity ≤ 10 kg, excluding centrifugal dryers) (SITC 77512) totaled $32.6M in April 2026, traded with 12 countries.
Importers of Clothes Drying Machines (Capacity ≤ 10 kg, Excluding Centrifugal Dryers) paid $7.4M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 27% on $27.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataStandalone clothes drying machines with a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10 kg—gas-fired or electric, vented or condenser types—are classified here, with centrifugal spin dryers explicitly excluded and covered elsewhere. The US residential dryer market is dominated by electric and gas tumble dryers, and heat-pump dryer technology imported from European manufacturers has grown as an energy-efficient alternative. Unlike washing machines, this category has not been the primary target of Section 201 safeguard actions, though Section 301 exposure may apply depending on country of origin. UL or ETL safety certification and DOE energy efficiency standards are practical prerequisites for US market entry.
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Centrifugal dryers (spin dryers) remove moisture mechanically through high-speed rotation rather than heat, making them functionally distinct from tumble or heat-based drying machines. They are classified under industrial or domestic centrifuge headings rather than here. Importers of spin-extraction equipment should confirm the correct heading with a licensed customs broker.
Residential dryers sold in the US must meet DOE energy conservation standards and typically require third-party safety certification (UL 2158 or equivalent) recognized by OSHA's Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory program. Gas dryers additionally require compliance with ANSI Z21.5 standards. These certifications are not customs requirements per se, but retailers and distributors routinely require them before accepting product.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $28.6M | $16K | -$28.6M |
| CANADA | -- | $3.4M | +$3.4M |
| CHINA | $1.3M | $9K | -$1.2M |
| POLAND | $1.1M | -- | -$1.1M |
| CZECH REPUBLIC | $611K | -- | -$611K |