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U.S. imports of casting machines for metallurgy or metal foundries (HS 845430) totaled $10.2M in April 2026, traded with 18 countries.
Importers of Casting Machines for Metallurgy or Metal Foundries paid $368K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 3.6% on $10.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Casting Machines for Metallurgy or Metal Foundries imports of $10.2M in April 2026 ran 11% below the year-to-date monthly average of $11.5M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataDie casting machines (8454300010) and other casting machines (8454300090) serve distinct segments of the metalworking industry: die casting is used for high-volume, precision non-ferrous parts (automotive components, consumer electronics housings), while other casting methods serve steel, iron, and specialty alloy applications. Austria and Japan lead US imports of this equipment — both countries host globally recognized casting machinery manufacturers — with Finland and the United Kingdom also notable sources. The absence of China among the top suppliers reflects the precision engineering demands of this category.
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The US schedule separates die casting machines (8454300010) — which inject molten metal under high pressure into a reusable metal die — from all other casting machines (8454300090), which include continuous casting, centrifugal casting, and investment casting equipment. The classification turns on the casting method, so importers should include technical specifications describing the injection mechanism and die type in their entry documentation.
Die casting machines are heavily used by automotive parts suppliers, consumer electronics manufacturers, and aerospace component producers who need high-volume, tight-tolerance non-ferrous castings. Other casting machines serve steel mills, iron foundries, and specialty alloy producers. The capital-intensive nature of this equipment means procurement decisions often involve long lead times, installation planning, and after-sales service agreements with the foreign manufacturer.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUSTRIA | $5.2M | -- | -$5.2M |
| JAPAN | $2.7M | -- | -$2.7M |
| FINLAND | $2.1M | -- | -$2.1M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | -- | $363K | +$363K |
| CHINA | $138K | -- | -$138K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8454300010 | DIE CASTING MACHINES | $9.9M | 3.07% | $305K |
| 8454300090 | CASTING MACHINES EXCEPT DIE CASTING | $300K | 20.92% | $63K |
DIE CASTING MACHINES
CASTING MACHINES EXCEPT DIE CASTING
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8454300090 | CASTING MACHINES EXCEPT DIE CASTING | $409K |
| 8454300010 | DIE CASTING MACHINES | $0 |
CASTING MACHINES EXCEPT DIE CASTING
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DIE CASTING MACHINES
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $5.3M | -- | -$5.3M |
| BRUNSWICK, GA | $2.6M | -- | -$2.6M |
| HOUSTON, TX | $2.1M | -- | -$2.1M |