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U.S. imports of machinery for sugar manufacture (HS 843830) totaled $515K in June 2026, traded with 15 countries.
Importers of Machinery for Sugar Manufacture paid $31K in duties in June 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $283K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Machinery for Sugar Manufacture imports of $515K in June 2026 ran 42% below the year-to-date monthly average of $895K.
Diffusers, juice heaters, evaporators, crystallizers, centrifuges, and other process equipment specific to cane and beet sugar refining are classified here, all under the single US tariff line 8438300000. Germany and the Netherlands lead imports, reflecting European engineering dominance in large-scale sugar-plant construction and refinery upgrades. Mexico's presence among the top suppliers is notable given its proximity and active sugar industry, and imports from India and China signal growing competition in standardized process-equipment segments. Buyers should assess whether Chinese-origin equipment is subject to Section 301 tariffs before finalizing procurement.
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Classification under 8438.30 requires that the equipment be specifically designed for sugar manufacture. A general-purpose evaporator suitable for multiple industries would typically be classified under heading 8419 (industrial or laboratory equipment for treating materials by temperature change). The manufacturer's design specifications and the equipment's principal use are the determining factors.
Mexican-origin sugar manufacturing machinery may qualify for preferential tariff treatment under USMCA, provided the goods meet the applicable rules of origin. Importers must obtain a valid certification of origin and confirm that the specific 10-digit tariff line is covered under USMCA's tariff schedule. A licensed customs broker can verify origin qualification and prepare the required documentation.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8438300000 | MACHINERY FOR SUGAR MANUFACTURE | $515K | 5.97% | 54.88% | $31K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8438300000 | MACHINERY FOR SUGAR MANUFACTURE | $7K |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | $219K | -- | -$219K |
| HOUSTON, TX | $175K | -- | -$175K |
| LONG BEACH, CA | $33K | -- | -$33K |