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U.S. imports of machines for preparing, tanning, or working hides, skins, or leather (HS 845310) totaled $1.3M in July 2026, traded with 11 countries.
Importers of Machines for Preparing, Tanning, or Working Hides, Skins, or Leather paid $80K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 6.3% on $1.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Machines for Preparing, Tanning, or Working Hides, Skins, or Leather imports of $1.3M in July 2026 ran 51% above the year-to-date monthly average of $846K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataItaly is the dominant supplier of leather-processing machinery to the US market, reflecting that country's deep specialization in tannery equipment engineering — from beam-house machinery to finishing lines. Classified under a single 10-digit line (8453100000), this equipment serves tanneries and leather goods manufacturers and is distinct from footwear-making machinery and from sewing machines used in leather assembly. Germany and China are also notable sources, offering buyers a range of precision European engineering versus cost-competitive alternatives.
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20 shipments/mo
HTS 8453.10 covers machines specifically for preparing, tanning, and working hides and skins — processes that occur before the leather is cut and assembled. Machinery for making or repairing finished leather articles (other than footwear) falls under 8453.80, and footwear-making machinery under 8453.20. The functional stage in the production process is the key classification criterion.
Beyond standard commercial invoice and packing list, importers should obtain a detailed technical specification sheet identifying the machine's function (e.g., splitting, shaving, fleshing) to support correct HTS classification. If the equipment contains controlled substances such as certain hydraulic fluids, EPA import requirements may apply. A licensed customs broker familiar with industrial machinery can help ensure proper entry.
Subheading 2 of 4 in heading 8453
Subheading 845310 · $1.3M of $3.2M
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8453100000 | Mach for Prepar,Tan or Work Hides,Skins or Leathr | $1.3M | 6.27% | 100.00% | $80K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8453100000 | Mach for Prepar,Tan or Work Hides,Skins or Leathr | $334K |
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.
ImportsExports
Imports
$1.3MYoY · Pro
Exports
$334KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
origin
Italy and Germany together supply 87% of it.
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rate provision · imports
the effective duty rate is 6.27%.