U.S. imports of Iron & Steel Scaffolding, Shuttering & Propping Equipment (HS 730840) totaled $38.8M in August 2026, imported from 48 countries.
Importers of Iron & Steel Scaffolding, Shuttering & Propping Equipment paid $23.0M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 59.31% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Iron & Steel Scaffolding, Shuttering & Propping Equipment imports of $38.8M in August 2026 ran 40% above the year-to-date monthly average of $27.7M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataScaffolding systems, concrete formwork (shuttering), shoring props, and pit-propping equipment of iron or steel are essential temporary-works components in construction and mining, classified entirely within a single 10-digit line (7308400000). China dominates US imports under this heading, with India, Germany, Vietnam, and Austria also supplying the market. As steel articles, these goods are subject to Section 232 tariffs, and Chinese-origin equipment carries additional Section 301 exposure — cost factors that have prompted some contractors to evaluate European or Southeast Asian sourcing. Rental and leasing of scaffolding systems is common in the US market, so importers should also consider whether goods entering for temporary use may qualify for a different customs treatment.
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2.1K import shipments a month
Yes. Scaffolding and formwork brought in temporarily for a specific project and intended for re-export may be eligible for a temporary importation bond (TIB) under Chapter 98, which suspends duties during the period of use. Importers should work with a licensed customs broker to determine eligibility and comply with re-exportation deadlines.
US construction contractors generally require scaffolding to comply with OSHA standards (29 CFR Part 1926, Subpart Q) and may specify compliance with ANSI/SSFI standards. Importers should obtain manufacturer documentation confirming load ratings and material specifications, as liability exposure on job sites makes compliance verification a commercial necessity.
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Subheading 3 of 5 in heading 7308
Subheading 730840 · $38.8M of $515.1M
ImportsExports
Imports
$38.8MYoY · free account
Exports
$6.6MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $301.3M of Iron & Steel Scaffolding, Shuttering & Propping Equipment and exported $54.9M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
China and India together supply 55% of it. China pays 74.9% duty; Germany 44.5%.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
0.0200% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 59.31% of imports for consumption.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7308400000 | Equip Scaffldng Shuttrng Proppng or Pit-Propng, Ios | $38.8M | 59.31% | 99.96% | $23.0M |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 7308400000 | Equip Scaffldng Shuttrng Proppng or Pit-Propng, Ios | $6.6M |
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.