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U.S. imports of radar apparatus (HS 852610) totaled $131.1M in April 2026, traded with 43 countries.
Importers of Radar Apparatus paid $5.0M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $50.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataRadar apparatus used for detection, ranging, and navigation is split in the US schedule by installation platform: marine radar designed for boat or ship installation (8526100020) is distinguished from land-based and other non-marine units (8526100040), with a residual NESOI line (8526100070) capturing remaining types. Marine radar is a critical safety component governed by US Coast Guard type-approval requirements for vessels operating in US waters, adding a regulatory layer beyond customs classification. Aviation and ground-based radar systems may additionally require FCC equipment authorization depending on their frequency bands.
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Yes. Marine radar intended for use on vessels subject to US Coast Guard jurisdiction typically must meet USCG carriage and performance standards, and certain frequency-emitting radar units may also require FCC equipment authorization. Customs clearance alone does not confirm regulatory compliance for installation or operation.
The dividing line is whether the radar is specifically designed for boat or ship installation (8526100020) versus all other radar apparatus (8526100040). Design intent — evidenced by technical specifications, mounting configurations, and product documentation — is the primary classification criterion, not the end-use location where the importer ultimately installs the unit.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $45.1M | $10.9M | -$34.2M |
| CANADA | $17.5M | $7.3M | -$10.2M |
| JAPAN | $8.1M | $9.7M | +$1.7M |
| GERMANY | $9.8M | $5.9M | -$3.9M |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $9.9M | $4.4M | -$5.6M |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8526100040 | RADAR APPARATUS,EXC FOR BOAT OR SHIP INSTALLATION | $128.1M | 10.10% | $4.7M |
| 8526100020 | RADAR DESIGNED FOR BOAT OR SHIP INSTALLATION | $3.0M | 9.88% | $325K |
RADAR APPARATUS,EXC FOR BOAT OR SHIP INSTALLATION
RADAR DESIGNED FOR BOAT OR SHIP INSTALLATION
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8526100070 | RADAR APPARATUS NESOI | $85.7M |
| 8526100020 | RADAR DESIGNED FOR BOAT OR SHIP INSTALLATION | $7.5M |
RADAR APPARATUS NESOI
220.9K no
RADAR DESIGNED FOR BOAT OR SHIP INSTALLATION
463 no
MACH FOR RECP/CONVR/TRANS/REGN OF VOICE/IMAGE/DATA
HS 851762
SOLID-STATE NON-VOL SEMICONDUCTOR STORAGE DEVICES
HS 852351
SMARTPHONES
HS 851713
PROCESSORS AND CONTROLLERS, ELECTRONIC INTEG CIRCT
HS 854231
CONTROLS ETC W ELECT APPR F ELECT CONT NOV 1000 V
HS 853710
STATIC CONVERTERS; ADP POWER SUPPLIES
HS 850440
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | $45.7M | $945K | -$44.8M |
| Texas | $10.8M | $19.4M | +$8.6M |
| California | $4.1M | $17.3M | +$13.2M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROWNSVILLE, TX | $26.9M | -- | -$26.9M |
| CHICAGO, IL | $9.9M | $6.9M | -$3.0M |
| NEW ORLEANS, LA | $8.8M | $7.2M | -$1.6M |