| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8424820090 | Doc | 57.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8424899000 | Doc | 56.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8479899565 | Doc | 32.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8479899565 | Doc | 32.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8543708000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8543906800 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8504909690 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Electric Pressure Washer
An electric pressure washer is a cleaning device utilizing high-pressure water spray to remove dirt, grime, and other loose debris from surfaces. It is a common tool for both residential and commercial cleaning applications.
Material
Key components and their typical materials include:
- Motor: Typically induction motors utilizing copper windings.
- Pump: Often constructed from aluminum alloys, stainless steel, or reinforced plastics. Internal components like pistons, connecting rods, and valves are often steel.
- Housing/Casing: Molded plastics (polypropylene or similar) are common for lighter-duty models; heavier-duty models may incorporate steel frames.
- Hoses: Reinforced synthetic rubber or PVC.
- Nozzles: Brass, stainless steel, or hardened plastic.
- Wands/Lances: Aluminum, stainless steel, or plastic.
Purpose
The primary purpose of an electric pressure washer is to efficiently clean a variety of surfaces, including:
- Decks and patios
- Driveways and sidewalks
- Vehicles (cars, trucks, motorcycles)
- Fences
- Exterior walls of buildings
- Outdoor furniture
Function
Electric pressure washers function by:
- Water Intake: Drawing water from a standard garden hose connection.
- Motor-Driven Pump: An electric motor powers a pump that pressurizes the water. The pump increases the water pressure significantly.
- High-Pressure Spray: The pressurized water is forced through a nozzle, creating a high-velocity jet of water.
- Nozzle Control: Different nozzles are used to adjust the spray pattern and intensity, ranging from wide-angle, low-pressure sprays for gentle cleaning to narrow-angle, high-pressure sprays for heavy-duty tasks.
- Detergent Application (Optional): Many models include a detergent tank and injector to mix cleaning solutions with the water stream.
Usage Scenarios
- Residential Cleaning: Removing dirt, mildew, and algae from home exteriors, decks, patios, driveways, and vehicles.
- Commercial Cleaning: Used by professionals for tasks like fleet washing, building maintenance, and surface preparation.
- Automotive Detailing: Cleaning car exteriors and undercarriages.
- Surface Preparation: Removing loose paint, rust, or debris before painting or coating.
Common Types
Electric pressure washers are categorized based on pressure (measured in pounds per square inch - PSI) and flow rate (measured in gallons per minute - GPM):
- Light-Duty (under 2000 PSI): Suitable for light cleaning tasks like washing cars, patio furniture, and delicate surfaces. Flow rates typically range from 1.2-1.4 GPM.
- Medium-Duty (2000-2800 PSI): Capable of handling more demanding tasks like cleaning driveways, sidewalks, and fences. Flow rates range from 1.4-2.0 GPM.
- Heavy-Duty (over 2800 PSI): Designed for tough cleaning jobs like removing paint, rust, and stubborn grime. Flow rates are typically 2.0 GPM and higher.
- Cold Water vs. Hot Water: Most residential models are cold water pressure washers. Hot water models are used for degreasing and removing oil and grease, commonly in commercial applications.
- Portable vs. Stationary: Portable models are lightweight and easy to move around. Stationary models are typically larger and mounted in a fixed location.
Electric pressure washers fall under the category of mechanical appliances for projecting liquids, specifically designed for cleaning applications. Here are the relevant HS codes based on the provided information:
- 8424820090: This HS code covers mechanical appliances (whether or not hand operated) for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders; fire extinguishers, whether or not charged; spray guns and similar appliances; steam or sand blasting machines and similar jet projecting machines; parts thereof: Other appliances: Agricultural or horticultural Other. While primarily focused on agricultural or horticultural applications, this code encompasses a broad range of liquid projection appliances, potentially including electric pressure washers used in those settings. The total tax rate is 57.4% (Basic tariff: 2.4%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%).
- 8424899000: This HS code covers mechanical appliances (whether or not hand operated) for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders; fire extinguishers, whether or not charged; spray guns and similar appliances; steam or sand blasting machines and similar jet projecting machines; parts thereof: Other appliances: Other. This is a more general category for other liquid projection appliances not specifically classified elsewhere. The total tax rate is 56.8% (Basic tariff: 1.8%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%).
It's important to note that the classification between 8424820090 and 8424899000 depends on the specific application of the electric pressure washer. If it's used for agricultural or horticultural purposes, 8424820090 is more appropriate. Otherwise, 8424899000 would be the correct classification.