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U.S. imports of hand-held blow torches (HS 846810) totaled $4.2M in June 2026, traded with 16 countries.
Importers of Hand-Held Blow Torches paid $480K in duties in June 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $3.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: June 2026 dataHand-held blow torches — compact, self-contained gas-fueled devices used for soldering, brazing, culinary applications, and general heat work — are classified under a single 10-digit line (8468100000), making the heading administratively straightforward. Mexico is the leading supplier to the US market, followed by Taiwan and China. Because these tools use pressurized fuel gas, importers should be aware that product safety standards (including UL or ANSI certifications) and DOT hazardous materials regulations may apply to shipments that include fuel canisters, though the torch body itself does not trigger mandatory admissibility review by a federal agency. End-use sector matters commercially: culinary torches, plumbing torches, and industrial brazing torches differ in fuel type, tip design, and flame temperature, though all classify identically.
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Yes — all hand-held blow torches, regardless of end-use application, classify under the single line 8468100000. The HTS does not distinguish between culinary, plumbing, or industrial designs. However, product safety certification requirements and applicable consumer product regulations may differ by end-use market, so importers should confirm compliance with CPSC standards for consumer-facing products.
If the torch and canister are imported together as a set, classification follows GRI 3(b) — the set is classified by the component that gives it its essential character, which is typically the torch body under 8468100000. However, the fuel canister may independently trigger DOT hazardous materials shipping regulations and port-of-entry handling requirements. Importers should consult with a licensed customs broker and freight forwarder experienced in hazmat shipments before importing torch-and-canister sets.
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Monthly import values over time
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8468100000 | HAND-HELD BLOW TORCHES | $4.2M | 11.49% | 76.39% | $480K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8468100000 | HAND-HELD BLOW TORCHES | $597K |
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
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $2.1M | $60K | -$2.0M |
| California | $670K | $13K | -$658K |
| Ohio | $393K | $10K | -$384K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOGALES, AZ | $2.1M | -- | -$2.1M |
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $1.2M | -- | -$1.2M |
| MIAMI, FL | $11K | $191K | +$180K |