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U.S. imports of automotive air conditioners (HS 841520) totaled $31.5M in April 2026, traded with 24 countries.
Importers of Automotive Air Conditioners paid $2.3M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $19.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataAutomotive air conditioning systems — designed and marketed for installation in motor vehicles — are consolidated into a single 10-digit line (8415200000), reflecting the product's well-defined end-use scope. Mexico is the dominant US import source, consistent with the deep integration of North American automotive supply chains under USMCA; Germany and Canada follow as significant suppliers. These units are distinct from general HVAC equipment both commercially and for classification purposes: the automotive designation requires that the unit be specifically designed for vehicle installation rather than adapted from a general-purpose design.
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An automotive air conditioner must be specifically designed for installation in a motor vehicle — typically evidenced by mounting brackets, refrigerant fittings, and electrical connectors matched to vehicle systems. A general-purpose unit adapted for vehicle use, or a unit marketed for both vehicle and stationary applications, may not qualify for this heading and could be classified under 8415.82 or another provision depending on its design and documentation.
Automotive air conditioners originating in Mexico may qualify for preferential tariff treatment under USMCA, provided the goods meet the applicable rules of origin, including any required regional value content or tariff classification change. Importers should obtain a USMCA certification of origin from the Mexican supplier and verify that the product's bill of materials supports the origin claim before claiming the preference.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8415200000 | AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONERS | $31.5M | 11.99% | $2.3M |
AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONERS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8415200000 | AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONERS | $16.3M |
AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONERS
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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
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | $17.4M | $5.5M | -$12.0M |
| DETROIT, MI | $2.9M | $4.8M | +$1.9M |
| CHARLESTON, SC | $4.9M | -- | -$4.9M |