HSChapter 87

Concrete Mixer Vehicles

Name: Concrete Mixer Vehicles (HS 870540) -- U.S. Import Data
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
License: https://www.census.gov/about/policies/open-gov/open-data.html

$1.3MU.S. imports · April 2026HS 870540

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Concrete Mixer Vehicles

$1.3MU.S. imports · April 2026HS 870540

U.S. imports of concrete mixer vehicles (HS 870540) totaled $1.3M in April 2026, traded with 3 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Truck-mounted concrete mixers — where the rotating drum is permanently integrated into the vehicle chassis — are classified as special-purpose vehicles under a single US tariff line (8705400000), distinguishing them from stationary mixers that fall under Chapter 84 machinery. Canada is the leading supplier, with Finland and Italy also notable sources, reflecting European expertise in transit-mixer engineering. The critical classification boundary is between a factory-integrated drum-and-chassis unit (heading 8705) and a mixer drum sold separately as a body or attachment (which could fall under heading 8707 or 8479).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is a truck-mounted concrete mixer distinguished from a stationary mixer for HTS classification?

Heading 8705 applies when the mixing drum is permanently integrated into a self-propelled motor vehicle chassis — the classic transit or ready-mix truck. Stationary mixers, portable mixers, or mixer drums sold as separate attachments are classified under Chapter 84 (typically heading 8474) or as vehicle bodies under heading 8707. The factory integration of the drum with the vehicle chassis is the defining criterion.

Are concrete mixer vehicles subject to EPA emissions requirements at importation?

Yes. As self-propelled motor vehicles with diesel or gasoline engines, concrete mixer trucks must comply with EPA heavy-duty engine emissions standards. Importers should confirm that the engine meets the applicable EPA Tier standard for the model year and intended use, and retain conformity documentation. Non-conforming engines may require costly modifications or face refusal of entry.

U.S. imports of concrete mixer vehicles (HS 870540) totaled $1.3M in April 2026, traded with 3 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Truck-mounted concrete mixers — where the rotating drum is permanently integrated into the vehicle chassis — are classified as special-purpose vehicles under a single US tariff line (8705400000), distinguishing them from stationary mixers that fall under Chapter 84 machinery. Canada is the leading supplier, with Finland and Italy also notable sources, reflecting European expertise in transit-mixer engineering. The critical classification boundary is between a factory-integrated drum-and-chassis unit (heading 8705) and a mixer drum sold separately as a body or attachment (which could fall under heading 8707 or 8479).

AI-written summary of the official U.S. Census Bureau trade figures on this page — verify before relying on it.

Imports: $1.3M; from 3 countries
Exports: $4.5M
Trade balance: Surplus of $3.1M; net exporter

YTD $6.2M (April 2026) · 5 shipments/mo

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Country	Imports	Exports	Balance
CANADA	$1.3M	$2.7M	+$1.4M
MEXICO	--	$981K	+$981K
UNITED KINGDOM	--	$515K	+$515K
CHILE	--	$105K	+$105K
JAMAICA	--	$85K	+$85K

CANADA

Imports$1.3M

Exports$2.7M

Balance+$1.4M

MEXICO

Imports--

Exports$981K

Balance+$981K

UNITED KINGDOM

Imports--

Exports$515K

Balance+$515K

CHILE

Imports--

Exports$105K

Balance+$105K

JAMAICA

Imports--

Exports$85K

Balance+$85K

Import Trend (12 months)

Monthly import values over time

PASS VEH SPK-IG INT COM RCPR P ENG >1500 NOV 3M CC

HS 870323

$6.0B

PASS VEH W/SPK-IG AND ELEC MOTOR,NOT CHRGD BY PLUG

HS 870340

$3.0B

MTR VEH TRANS GDS SPK IG IN C P ENG, GVW NOV 5 MTN

HS 870431

$2.5B

PASS MTR VEH,SPARK IGN ENG, >1000CC BUT =<1500CC

HS 870322

$2.0B

PASS VEH SPK-IG INT COM RCPR P ENG > 3000 CC

HS 870324

$1.9B

PTS & ACCESS OF BODIES OF MOTOR VEHICLES, NESOI

HS 870829

$1.6B

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is a truck-mounted concrete mixer distinguished from a stationary mixer for HTS classification?

Heading 8705 applies when the mixing drum is permanently integrated into a self-propelled motor vehicle chassis — the classic transit or ready-mix truck. Stationary mixers, portable mixers, or mixer drums sold as separate attachments are classified under Chapter 84 (typically heading 8474) or as vehicle bodies under heading 8707. The factory integration of the drum with the vehicle chassis is the defining criterion.

Are concrete mixer vehicles subject to EPA emissions requirements at importation?

Yes. As self-propelled motor vehicles with diesel or gasoline engines, concrete mixer trucks must comply with EPA heavy-duty engine emissions standards. Importers should confirm that the engine meets the applicable EPA Tier standard for the model year and intended use, and retain conformity documentation. Non-conforming engines may require costly modifications or face refusal of entry.