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U.S. imports of offset printing machinery (other) (HS 844313) totaled $25.6M in April 2026, traded with 10 countries.
Importers of Offset Printing Machinery (Other) paid $2.2M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 8.7% on $25.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Offset Printing Machinery (Other) imports of $25.6M in April 2026 ran 29% above the year-to-date monthly average of $19.8M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSheet-fed offset presses larger than the office-type size limit — the workhorse of commercial print shops, packaging converters, and label producers — are captured in this residual offset category. Germany and Japan are the leading suppliers, with both countries home to globally recognized press manufacturers whose equipment sets industry benchmarks for color registration and throughput. Chinese-origin presses under this heading are subject to Section 301 tariffs, a cost factor that has prompted some buyers to evaluate European or Japanese alternatives. The single 10-digit line (8443130000) means classification is straightforward once the machine is confirmed as offset and sheet-fed at a size exceeding the office-type threshold.
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Heading 844312 is limited to sheet-fed offset machines handling sheets no larger than 22 × 36 cm. Any sheet-fed offset press capable of printing on larger sheets — including standard commercial B2, B1, or larger format presses — falls under 844313. The sheet-size specification in the manufacturer's documentation is the determining factor.
Yes — the HTS classification is based on the article's description and function, not its condition. A used or refurbished sheet-fed offset press meeting the heading's criteria is classified under 8443130000 regardless of age. However, used industrial machinery may require additional documentation, and some ports apply heightened scrutiny to used equipment for valuation purposes. Consulting a licensed customs broker before importing used presses is advisable.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8443130000 | OFFSET PRINTING MACHINERY, NESOI | $25.6M | 8.65% | $2.2M |
OFFSET PRINTING MACHINERY, NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8443130000 | OFFSET PRINTING MACHINERY, NESOI | $9.4M |
OFFSET PRINTING MACHINERY, NESOI
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $9.4M | $2.7M | -$6.7M |
| Georgia | $7.2M | $60K | -$7.1M |
| Texas | $4.9M | $24K | -$4.9M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $9.4M | $2.7M | -$6.7M |
| SAVANNAH, GA | $7.2M | $281K | -$6.9M |
| HOUSTON, TX | $4.9M | $232K | -$4.7M |