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U.S. imports of brewery machinery (HS 843840) totaled $2.4M in April 2026, traded with 11 countries.
Importers of Brewery Machinery paid $270K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $1.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataChina leads US imports of brewery machinery, with Germany and the United Kingdom also significant sources — a supplier mix that reflects both cost-competitive fabrication and precision engineering traditions. Equipment under tariff line 8438400000 spans the full brewing process, from mashing and fermentation vessels to filtration and packaging systems, and is widely used by craft breweries and large-scale commercial producers alike. Importers sourcing from China should assess Section 301 tariff exposure, which applies to this heading, when modeling landed costs.
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Yes. Brewery machinery classified under 8438400000 and sourced from China is subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should confirm the applicable list and rate with a licensed customs broker before finalizing supplier contracts.
Brewery machinery (8438400000) covers equipment specifically designed for the brewing process — mashing, fermentation, conditioning, and related steps. Equipment that performs general food or beverage processing functions not specific to brewing may fall under the broader 8438800000 heading instead. The intended use and design specificity are the key classification factors.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED KINGDOM | $735K | -- | -$735K |
| CHINA | $715K | -- | -$715K |
| CANADA | $596K | $94K | -$502K |
| GERMANY | $295K | -- | -$295K |
| COLOMBIA | -- | $39K | +$39K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8438400000 | BREWERY MACHINERY | $2.4M | 15.35% | $270K |
BREWERY MACHINERY
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8438400000 | BREWERY MACHINERY | $170K |
BREWERY MACHINERY
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | $954K | -- | -$954K |
| Texas | $237K | $13K | -$223K |
| Illinois | $232K | -- | -$232K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHESTER, PA | $735K | -- | -$735K |
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $303K | -- | -$303K |
| PORT HURON, MI | $156K | $65K | -$91K |