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Hi-Tech
U.S. imports of electronics (Hi-Tech 05) totaled $7.5B in April 2026, traded with 113 countries.
Importers of Electronics paid $385.0M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 17% on $2.3B in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataElectronic components and consumer electronics — including printed circuit assemblies, power supplies, display panels, and electronic control units — are among the most widely traded advanced technology goods in US commerce, feeding automotive, industrial, and consumer product supply chains alike. Section 301 tariffs have reshaped sourcing patterns for many lines in this category, accelerating supplier diversification toward Vietnam, Mexico, and other non-Chinese origins. Classification disputes frequently arise at the boundary between finished electronic articles and their subassemblies, where the applicable HTS heading and duty rate can differ substantially.
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CBP often scrutinizes whether a subassembly is classifiable as a part of a specific machine (potentially lower duty) versus a standalone electronic article or printed circuit assembly. The degree of completion, the presence of connectors, and whether the article has a dedicated function all factor into the classification analysis under GRI rules.
Many importers have shifted production or final assembly to countries outside China — including Vietnam, Malaysia, and Mexico — to avoid Section 301 exposure. CBP has increased scrutiny of transshipment and origin-washing schemes, so importers must ensure that any claimed non-Chinese origin reflects genuine substantial transformation.
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