U.S. imports of Personal Weighing Machines and Household Scales (HS 842310) totaled $20.5M in August 2026, imported from 28 countries.
Importers of Personal Weighing Machines and Household Scales paid $2.4M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 11.74% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Personal Weighing Machines and Household Scales imports of $20.5M in August 2026 ran 36% above the year-to-date monthly average of $15.1M.
Last updated: August 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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1.3K import shipments a month
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.
Subheading 2 of 7 in heading 8423
Subheading 842310 · $20.5M of $76.1M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8423100010 | Digital Electronic Type Personal Weighing Machines | $18.9M | 11.71% | 93.38% | $2.2M |
| 8423100060 | Personal Weighing Machines, Inc Baby & Hhold NESOI | $1.5M | 12.19% | 98.01% | $179K |
| 8423100030 | Weighing Machines, Suitable for Carrying | $177K | 10.99% | 87.91% | $19K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8423100010 | Digital Electronic Type Personal Weighing Machines | $704K |
| 8423100050 | Personal Weighing Machines, Inc Baby & Hhold NESOI | $432K |
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
$20.5MYoY · free account
Exports
$1.1MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $171.8M of Personal Weighing Machines and Household Scales and exported $13.6M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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Imports · August 2026
origin
China and Dominican Republic together supply 95% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
5.5% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 11.74% of imports for consumption.