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HSChapter 84
U.S. imports of personal weighing machines and household scales (HS 842310) totaled $15.6M in July 2026, traded with 25 countries.
Importers of Personal Weighing Machines and Household Scales paid $1.4M in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $13.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: July 2026 dataDigital bathroom scales, baby scales, and portable personal weighing devices make up this consumer-oriented heading, which the US schedule subdivides into digital electronic types (8423100010), portable carry-on scales (8423100030), and residual personal and household scales (8423100050, 8423100060). China overwhelmingly dominates supply for this category, reflecting its concentration in consumer electronics and small-appliance manufacturing, with the Dominican Republic a notable second-ranked source. Retail and e-commerce importers should be aware that digital personal scales with Bluetooth or app connectivity may require additional review to confirm classification remains within 8423.10 rather than migrating to a measurement-instrument heading.
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1.1K shipments/mo
Generally yes, provided the primary function remains personal weight measurement. CBP's classification analysis focuses on the essential character of the article; a scale that measures weight and transmits data via Bluetooth to a smartphone app is still principally a weighing machine. However, if the device's primary marketed function shifts to medical body-composition analysis, reclassification under a medical instrument heading could be argued. Importers of connected wellness devices should obtain a binding ruling or consult a licensed customs broker before large-volume shipments.
The Dominican Republic hosts export-processing zones that assemble consumer electronics and small appliances, including digital scales, often using components sourced from Asia. Its geographic proximity to the US and established free-trade-zone infrastructure make it a cost-competitive assembly location for products destined for the North American retail market.
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Subheading 2 of 7 in heading 8423
Subheading 842310 · $15.6M of $70.2M
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8423100010 | Digital Electronic Type Personal Weighing Machines | $13.3M | 9.15% | 88.31% | $1.2M |
| 8423100060 | Personal Weighing Machines, Inc Baby & Hhold NESOI | $2.1M | 9.42% | 91.11% | $196K |
| 8423100030 | Weighing Machines, Suitable for Carrying | $207K | 8.30% | 82.43% | $17K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8423100050 | Personal Weighing Machines, Inc Baby & Hhold NESOI | $710K |
| 8423100010 | Digital Electronic Type Personal Weighing Machines | $408K |
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
$15.6MYoY · Pro
Exports
$1.1MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
origin
China and Dominican Republic together supply 95% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
10.4% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 9.17%.