HS Code:
The Hand-drying apparatus category, classified under HS Code 8516.33, includes electric hand dryers commonly used in public restrooms, commercial spaces, and households. These devices are designed to dry hands quickly and hygienically using hot or cold air, reducing the need for paper towels and promoting sustainability. This category covers a range of products from basic models to high-speed, energy-efficient dryers with advanced features like HEPA filters and touchless operation.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 450 million
37.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 200 million
16.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 150 million
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 100 million
8.3% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 80 million
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Japan EPA)
Shift towards energy-efficient models
Increased demand for high-speed, low-energy hand dryers due to sustainability goals, driving innovation and competition among manufacturers.
2020-2022
Rising adoption of touchless technology
Post-COVID-19 hygiene concerns have boosted demand for touchless hand dryers, influencing product design and market growth.
2021-2023
Growth in commercial infrastructure
Expansion of commercial spaces like malls, airports, and offices in emerging economies has increased demand for hand-drying apparatus.
2019-2022
The European Union updated its energy efficiency regulations for electrical appliances, mandating stricter standards for hand dryers to reduce power consumption.
March 2023
Manufacturers must adapt to new standards, potentially increasing production costs but also opening opportunities for eco-friendly product lines.
As part of the Phase 1 trade deal, tariffs on certain electrical appliances, including hand dryers, were reduced, facilitating smoother trade between the two countries.
January 2020
Increased export volume from China to the US, benefiting Chinese manufacturers and lowering costs for US importers.
Several leading manufacturers launched hand dryers with antimicrobial coatings and HEPA filters to address hygiene concerns in public spaces.
October 2022
Boosted consumer confidence and demand in healthcare and hospitality sectors, driving market growth for premium products.