HSChapter 73

Iron & Steel Scaffolding, Shuttering & Propping Equipment

Name: Iron & Steel Scaffolding, Shuttering & Propping Equipment (HS 730840) -- U.S. Import Data
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
License: https://www.census.gov/about/policies/open-gov/open-data.html

$20.8MU.S. imports · April 2026HS 730840

USTS

Sign in

HSChapter 73

Iron & Steel Scaffolding, Shuttering & Propping Equipment

$20.8MU.S. imports · April 2026HS 730840

U.S. imports of iron & steel scaffolding, shuttering & propping equipment (HS 730840) totaled $20.8M in April 2026, traded with 39 countries.

Importers of Iron & Steel Scaffolding, Shuttering & Propping Equipment paid $11.0M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 53% on $20.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Scaffolding 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.

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

Trade tools

HS Code Lookup Trade Balance Calculator All Tools

Frequently Asked Questions

Can scaffolding imported temporarily for a construction project enter under a different customs procedure?

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.

What safety or standards documentation do US buyers typically require for imported scaffolding systems?

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.

U.S. imports of iron & steel scaffolding, shuttering & propping equipment (HS 730840) totaled $20.8M in April 2026, traded with 39 countries.

Importers of Iron & Steel Scaffolding, Shuttering & Propping Equipment paid $11.0M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 53% on $20.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Scaffolding 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.

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

Imports: $20.8M; from 39 countries
Exports: $4.9M
Trade balance: Deficit of $16.0M; net importer

YTD $90.3M (April 2026) · 943 shipments/mo

Top trading partners

View all 39

Country	Imports	Exports	Balance
CHINA	$4.8M	$8K	-$4.8M
CANADA	$1.0M	$2.9M	+$1.9M
GERMANY	$3.5M	$86K	-$3.5M
INDIA	$2.6M	--	-$2.6M
VIETNAM	$1.4M	$57K	-$1.3M

CHINA

Imports$4.8M

Exports$8K

Balance-$4.8M

CANADA

Imports$1.0M

Exports$2.9M

Balance+$1.9M

GERMANY

Imports$3.5M

Exports$86K

Balance-$3.5M

INDIA

Imports$2.6M

Exports--

Balance-$2.6M

VIETNAM

Imports$1.4M

Exports$57K

Balance-$1.3M

Import Trend (12 months)

Monthly import values over time

HTS Import Breakdown (HS10)

HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

Code	Description	Import Value	Effective Tariff %	Duty Collected	Quantity	Unit
7308400000	EQUIP SCAFFLDNG SHUTTRNG PROPPNG OR PIT-PROPNG,IOS	$20.8M	52.68%	$11.0M	11.0M	KG

7308400000$20.8M

EQUIP SCAFFLDNG SHUTTRNG PROPPNG OR PIT-PROPNG,IOS

Tariff 52.68%11.0M kg

Schedule B Export Breakdown (HS10)

HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.

Code	Description	Export Value	Quantity	Unit
7308400000	EQUIP SCAFFLDNG SHUTTRNG PROPPNG OR PIT-PROPNG,IOS	$4.9M	1.3M	KG

7308400000$4.9M

EQUIP SCAFFLDNG SHUTTRNG PROPPNG OR PIT-PROPNG,IOS

1.3M kg

ARTICLES OF IRON OR STEEL NESOI

HS 732690

$384.7M

STRUCTURES AND PARTS NESOI OF IRON OR STEEL

HS 730890

$341.8M

THREADED SCREWS AND BOLTS NESOI OF IRON OR STEEL

HS 731815

$212.3M

COOKING APPLIANCES ETC FOR GAS FUEL, IRON OR STEEL

HS 732111

$175.4M

NUTS OF IRON OR STEEL

HS 731816

$106.7M

TABLE, KITCHEN ETC ARTICLES & PTS, STAINLESS STEEL

HS 732393

$90.9M

Suppliers

Supplier Network

Are you a supplier of this product?

Get discovered by U.S. importers searching for HS 730840 — Iron & Steel Scaffolding, Shuttering & Propping Equipment. Be the first supplier listed.