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U.S. imports of continuous-action belt-type elevators & conveyors (HS 842833) totaled $30.5M in April 2026, traded with 38 countries.
Importers of Continuous-Action Belt-Type Elevators & Conveyors paid $4.6M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $28.4M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBelt conveyors are the workhorse of bulk material handling across mining, ports, food processing, and manufacturing, using a continuous loop of belting to transport goods horizontally or on inclines. All surface-use belt-type units not designed for underground service are classified under 8428330000. Canada and Germany are the leading US import sources, reflecting both geographic proximity and Germany's strong position in precision conveyor engineering for automotive and industrial applications. Equipment sourced from China under this heading may be subject to Section 301 tariffs, a cost factor importers should build into landed-cost calculations.
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Modular plastic belt conveyors that function as continuous-action belt-type conveyors for goods or materials generally fall under 842833 (8428330000). However, if the unit is a small tabletop conveyor primarily used as part of a larger machine, it could be classified as a part or component of that machine under a different heading. The intended function and degree of integration with other equipment are the key classification factors.
CBP may request technical specifications, engineering drawings, manufacturer's product literature, and a bill of materials to confirm that the equipment functions as a continuous-action belt conveyor for goods or materials. For large capital equipment shipped in multiple shipments, a binding ruling from CBP in advance can prevent classification disputes at entry.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $4.7M | $8.4M | +$3.7M |
| MEXICO | $2.1M | $3.2M | +$1.1M |
| GERMANY | $5.0M | $277K | -$4.7M |
| JAPAN | $3.3M | -- | -$3.3M |
| NETHERLANDS | $3.1M | -- | -$3.1M |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8428330000 | BELT TYPE CONT-ACTION ELEVATORS & CONVEYORS,NESOI | $30.5M | 16.36% | $4.6M |
BELT TYPE CONT-ACTION ELEVATORS & CONVEYORS,NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8428330000 | BELT TYPE CONT-ACTION ELEVATORS & CONVEYORS,NESOI | $16.4M |
BELT TYPE CONT-ACTION ELEVATORS & CONVEYORS,NESOI
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $4.7M | $1.1M | -$3.6M |
| PORT HURON, MI | $2.3M | $2.3M | -$39K |
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | $1.0M | $3.3M | +$2.3M |