Product classification
HS code for Bottle dryer: 8422.20
Machinery, for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers.
Classification of bottle dryer under HS 8422.20
Industrial bottle dryers are classified under HS code 8422.20. This code is located in Chapter 84, which covers machinery and mechanical appliances. Heading 8422 is a broad category that includes dishwashing machines and machinery for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers, as well as machinery for filling, closing, sealing, or labeling. Subheading 8422.20 specifically targets the machinery used for the cleaning and drying phases of the bottling process. These machines are essential in automated production lines to ensure that containers are moisture-free before they reach the filling or labeling stations. The classification applies to various technologies, including air-knife systems, centrifugal dryers, and heated air tunnels, provided they are specifically designed for containers. The logic of this classification is functional, grouping the dryer with other container-handling machinery rather than general-purpose thermal equipment.
- Covers
- Industrial air-knife bottle drying systems
- Centrifugal dryers for glass or plastic containers
- Heated air tunnels for drying jars
- Rotary bottle drying machines
- Automatic container rinsing and drying units
- Also under 8422.20
- Krones bottle washers
- Sidel container cleaning systems
- GEA bottle drying machines
- KHS container cleaning equipment
Codes often confused with 8422.20
Common mistake. Bottle dryers are often misclassified under 8419.39, which covers general industrial dryers. However, because 8422.20 is more specific to 'bottles or other containers,' it takes precedence according to the rules of specificity. Another common error is classifying them under 8422.30, which is for filling and sealing machinery. While these machines are often part of the same production line, the drying function is distinct and belongs in 8422.20. Domestic dishwashers are also excluded, as they have their own subheadings (8422.11 and 8422.19).
Top exporters and importers of HS 842220 (the code used for bottle dryer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842220 (the code used for bottle dryer) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 842220, not only bottle dryer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $324M 27% of world exports
- 2 Italy $182M 15% of world exports
- 3 China $145M 12% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $180M 18% of world imports
- 2 China $69M 6.9% of world imports
- 3 Germany $50M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $995M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for bottle dryer
Brazil classifies bottle dryer under NCM 8422.20.00: HS 8422.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bottle dryer
What is the HS code for Bottle dryer?
The HS code for Bottle dryer is 842220 (Machinery; for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers). The HS code for industrial machinery used for drying bottles or containers is 8422.20.
How do I classify Bottle dryer for customs?
Bottle dryer is classified under HS code 842220 — Machinery; for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include machines that both wash and dry?
Yes, heading 8422.20 covers machinery for both cleaning and drying bottles, so a combined washer-dryer unit for containers remains in this category.
Which countries are the top exporters of bottle dryer (HS 842220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842220 (the code used for bottle dryer) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($324M, 27% of world exports), Italy ($182M) and China ($145M). World exports came to about $1.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of bottle dryer (HS 842220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842220 (the code used for bottle dryer) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($180M, 18% of world imports), China ($69M) and Germany ($50M). World imports came to about $995M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Bottle dryer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842220 for Bottle dryer is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bottle dryer in Brazil?
In Brazil, bottle dryer (HS 842220) is classified under NCM 8422.20.00.