Product classification
HS code for Bottle washer: 8422.20
Machinery, for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers.
Classification of bottle washer under HS 8422.20
A bottle washer is classified under HS code 842220 because it falls squarely within the description of "Machinery; for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers." This classification specifically targets industrial equipment designed to prepare containers for filling by removing contaminants or moisture. The machinery's primary function, whether through water jets, steam, air blasts, or chemical solutions, is to ensure the hygienic and functional readiness of bottles, jars, vials, or similar receptacles. This code distinguishes it from general washing machines or packaging equipment by its dedicated purpose for containers.
- Covers
- Industrial rotary bottle washing machines
- Linear bottle cleaning systems
- Vial and ampoule washing machines
- Jar and container cleaning equipment
- Crate and tray washing machines (when specifically for containers)
- Bottle drying machines (e.g., air knife dryers, hot air tunnels)
- Sterilizing and depyrogenating tunnels for containers
- 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. Misclassification can occur with other machinery in Chapter 84. HS code 842230 covers "Machinery for filling, sealing, capsuling or labelling bottles, cans, boxes, bags or other containers." While often part of the same production line, these machines perform packaging functions rather than cleaning or drying. HS code 842240 encompasses "Other packing or wrapping machinery," which is a broader category for general packaging operations. Furthermore, general industrial washing machines not specifically designed for bottles or containers might fall under other headings, such as 8451 for textile washing machines or 8479 for machines with individual functions not specified elsewhere, if their primary design is not container-specific.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842220 (the code used for bottle washer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842220 (the code used for bottle washer) 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 washer.
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 washer
Brazil classifies bottle washer 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 washer
What is the HS code for Bottle washer?
The HS code for Bottle washer is 842220 (Machinery; for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers). The HS code for machinery specifically designed for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers is 842220.
How do I classify Bottle washer for customs?
Bottle washer is classified under HS code 842220 — Machinery; for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What types of industries utilize bottle washing machinery?
Bottle washing machinery is extensively utilized across various industries where product purity and container hygiene are critical. These include the beverage industry (soft drinks, water, alcoholic beverages), pharmaceutical industry (vials, ampoules, IV bags), food processing industry (jars, bottles for sauces, oils), chemical industry, and cosmetic industry (bottles for lotions, shampoos).
Which countries are the top exporters of bottle washer (HS 842220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842220 (the code used for bottle washer) 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 washer (HS 842220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842220 (the code used for bottle washer) 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 washer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842220 for Bottle washer 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 washer in Brazil?
In Brazil, bottle washer (HS 842220) is classified under NCM 8422.20.00.