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U.S. imports of towable wheeled air compressors (HS 841440) totaled $10.3M in April 2026, traded with 22 countries.
Importers of Towable Wheeled Air Compressors paid $1.3M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $10.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Towable Wheeled Air Compressors imports of $10.3M in April 2026 ran 18% above the year-to-date monthly average of $8.7M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataAir compressors mounted on a wheeled chassis for towing are self-contained, portable compressed-air units used primarily in construction, mining, and infrastructure maintenance — applications where a fixed power source is unavailable. Belgium and Japan lead US imports under this heading, with France and Germany also significant, reflecting European dominance in portable compressor manufacturing for heavy-duty site work. The entire heading resolves to a single 10-digit line (8414400000), but importers should confirm that the unit is genuinely designed for towing rather than for stationary installation, as that distinction governs classification versus other compressor subheadings.
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CBP looks for a purpose-built wheeled undercarriage with a tow hitch, axle, and road-worthy tires integral to the compressor unit — not merely a compressor placed on a generic cart. The unit should be designed to be towed by a vehicle on public roads or job-site terrain. Compressors on skids or stationary frames, even if fitted with wheels for shop movement, generally do not qualify and would classify elsewhere under heading 8414.
Towable compressors powered by diesel engines may be subject to EPA nonroad engine emission standards, and the engine must comply with the applicable Tier certification for its power rating. DOT requirements for the trailer chassis (lighting, braking) may also apply if the unit is intended for highway towing. These regulatory requirements are separate from customs classification and should be confirmed with the relevant agencies before importation.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8414400000 | AIR COMPRESSORS MOUNT ON WHEEL CHASSIS FOR TOWING | $10.3M | 13.00% | $1.3M |
AIR COMPRESSORS MOUNT ON WHEEL CHASSIS FOR TOWING
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8414400000 | AIR COMPRESSORS MOUNT ON WHEEL CHASSIS FOR TOWING | $5.3M |
AIR COMPRESSORS MOUNT ON WHEEL CHASSIS FOR TOWING
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DIGITAL PROCESSING UNITS, N.E.S.O.I.
HS 847150
PARTS & ACCESSORIES FOR ADP MACHINES & UNITS
HS 847330
PORT DIGTL AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESS MACH NOT > 10 KG
HS 847130
AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING STORAGE UNITS, N.E.S.O.I
HS 847170
AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING UNITS, N.E.S.O.I.
HS 847180
TURBOJET AND TURBOPROLLER PARTS
HS 841191
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $3.4M | $304K | -$3.1M |
| Texas | $2.5M | $748K | -$1.8M |
| South Carolina | $1.3M | $875K | -$376K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $2.6M | -- | -$2.6M |
| HOUSTON, TX | $2.2M | $110K | -$2.1M |
| LONG BEACH, CA | $1.6M | -- | -$1.6M |