U.S. exports of concrete mixer vehicles (HS 870540) totaled $2.8M in August 2026.
Importers of Concrete Mixer Vehicles paid $26K in duties in August 2026, an effective tariff rate of 25.00% of the $103K imported — duty actually collected as a share of that value, not the published tariff schedule. Concrete Mixer Vehicles imports of $103K in August 2026 ran 92% below the year-to-date monthly average of $1.4M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataTruck-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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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.
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.
HSChapter 87
Subheading 5 of 5 in heading 8705
Subheading 870540 · $2.8M of $182.4M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8705400000 | Concrete Mixers, Special Purpose Vehicle | $103K | 25.00% | 100.00% | $26K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8705400000 | Concrete Mixers, Special Purpose Vehicle | $2.8M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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$103KYoY · free account
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$2.8MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
YoY · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $43.2M of Concrete Mixer Vehicles.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · August 2026
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Canada and Mexico together take 90% of it.
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rate provision · imports
duty collected equals 25.00% of total import value.