Find HS Code and trade information for canister

Canister

A canister is a container, typically cylindrical, with a tight-fitting lid, used for storing or transporting various substances. The term encompasses a broad range of applications and materials, differing significantly in construction and purpose.

Materials

Canisters are manufactured from a diverse array of materials, selected based on the contents they are designed to hold and the intended use:

• Metal: Stainless steel, aluminum, and tinplate are common for food storage, pressurized gases (aerosols), and industrial applications. Metal canisters offer durability and resistance to corrosion.
• Plastic: Polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), and polycarbonate are frequently used for household storage, cosmetics, and chemicals. Plastic canisters are lightweight and cost-effective.
• Glass: Borosilicate glass is often used for laboratory chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food items requiring visibility and resistance to chemical reactions.
• Ceramic: Traditionally used for food storage (flour, sugar, tea), ceramic canisters provide airtight seals and aesthetic appeal.
• Composite Materials: Specialized canisters utilize composite materials for high-pressure applications or to store particularly hazardous substances.

Purpose & Function

The primary function of a canister is containment. However, specific purposes dictate design and features:

• Storage: Airtight canisters preserve food freshness, protect chemicals from contamination, and maintain the integrity of sensitive materials.
• Transportation: Canisters facilitate the safe transport of liquids, gases, and solids, adhering to regulatory standards.
• Pressure Vessels: Specialized canisters store compressed gases (propane, oxygen, nitrogen) for various applications.
• Disposal: Certain canisters are designed for the safe disposal of hazardous waste.
• Aerosol Delivery: Aerosol canisters contain propellants and active ingredients for spray applications (paints, insecticides, personal care products).

Usage Scenarios

Canisters are employed across numerous industries and applications:

• Household: Food storage (flour, sugar, coffee), cleaning supplies, personal care products.
• Laboratory: Chemical storage, sample containment, reagent preservation.
• Industrial: Gas storage (welding, manufacturing), solvent containment, waste disposal.
• Medical: Oxygen tanks, anesthetic gases, pharmaceutical storage.
• Camping/Outdoor: Propane tanks for stoves and lanterns, fuel storage.
• Automotive: Compressed air for tires, refrigerant storage.

Common Types

• Food Canisters: Typically plastic or ceramic, with airtight lids and various sizes. Often stackable.
• Gas Canisters: Metal cylinders designed to hold pressurized gases, with specific valves and safety features. (e.g., propane tanks, oxygen cylinders).
• Aerosol Cans: Metal canisters with a propellant and nozzle for spray application.
• Laboratory Grade Canisters: Glass or specialized plastic canisters for precise chemical storage and handling.
• Paint Cans: Metal containers designed for liquid paint, with lids for sealing.
• CO₂ Canisters: Small metal cylinders used in beverage carbonation and airsoft/paintball guns.
• Oxygen Canisters (Medical): High-pressure cylinders containing medical-grade oxygen for respiratory therapy.
• Vacuum Canisters: Designed to remove air to preserve food or other items.

Based on the provided information, “canister” can be classified under several HS codes, depending on the material, capacity, and specific use. Here's a breakdown:

• 7310210025: Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, of a capacity not exceeding 300 liters, whether or not lined or heat insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment: Of a capacity of less than 50 liters: Cans which are to be closed by soldering or crimping. This code applies to iron or steel cans with a capacity under 50 liters, closed by soldering or crimping.

  • 73: Articles of iron or steel.
  • 10: Tanks, casks, drums, cans and similar containers.
  • 21: Of iron or steel, capacity ≤ 300 liters.
  • 0025: Capacity < 50 liters, closed by soldering or crimping.

• 7310210050: Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, of a capacity not exceeding 300 liters, whether or not lined or heat insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment: Of a capacity of less than 50 liters: Other. This code applies to iron or steel cans with a capacity under 50 liters, excluding those closed by soldering or crimping.

  • 73: Articles of iron or steel.
  • 10: Tanks, casks, drums, cans and similar containers.
  • 21: Of iron or steel, capacity ≤ 300 liters.
  • 0050: Capacity < 50 liters, other.

• 8309100000: Stoppers, caps and lids (including crown corks, screw caps and pouring stoppers), capsules for bottles, threaded bungs, bung covers, seals and other packing accessories, and parts thereof, of base metal: Crown corks (including crown seals and caps), and parts thereof. If the canister includes crown corks or caps, this code may be applicable.

  • 83: Miscellaneous manufactured articles.
  • 09: Stoppers, lids, caps and closures.
  • 10: Of base metal.
  • 0000: Crown corks and parts thereof.

• 8309900010: Stoppers, caps and lids (including crown corks, screw caps and pouring stoppers), capsules for bottles, threaded bungs, bung covers, seals and other packing accessories, and parts thereof, of base metal: Other Of aluminum. If the canister includes stoppers, caps, or lids made of aluminum, this code may be applicable.

  • 83: Miscellaneous manufactured articles.
  • 09: Stoppers, lids, caps and closures.
  • 90: Other.
  • 0010: Of aluminum.

Important Note: The total tax rate for 7310210025, 7310210050, 7326901000, and 7326908688 is 80.0%. The total tax rate for 8309100000 is 55.0%, and for 8309900010 is 57.6%. Please verify the material and closure method to determine the correct HS code.