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U.S. imports of safety seat belts for motor vehicles (HS 870821) totaled $38.6M in April 2026, traded with 25 countries.
Importers of Safety Seat Belts for Motor Vehicles paid $3.7M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $26.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSubject to Section 301 tariffs on imports from China, automotive safety seat belts are a federally regulated occupant-restraint component that must meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) requirements before installation in vehicles sold in the US market. The entire heading consolidates into a single 10-digit line (8708210000), covering belts for vehicles of headings 8701 through 8705. Mexico is the dominant supplier, reflecting deep integration with North American vehicle assembly programs, with South Korea and China also significant sources.
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Yes — the US schedule collapses this heading into one 10-digit line, 8708210000, covering safety seat belts for all vehicle types under headings 8701 to 8705, including passenger cars, trucks, and tractors. Importers do not need to distinguish belt type for classification purposes, but must still verify FMVSS compliance for the intended vehicle application.
Yes. Seat belts classified under 8708210000 imported from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should confirm the current applicable list and rate with a licensed customs broker, as Section 301 coverage and exclusions are subject to ongoing review.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $29.5M | $841K | -$28.7M |
| CANADA | $20K | $7.4M | +$7.3M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $7.2M | $27K | -$7.1M |
| CHINA | $563K | $79K | -$484K |
| TAIWAN | $548K | -- | -$548K |
Monthly import values over time
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8708210000 | SAFETY SEAT BELTS FOR VEHICLES IN 8701 TO 8705 | $38.6M | 13.81% | $3.7M |
SAFETY SEAT BELTS FOR VEHICLES IN 8701 TO 8705
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8708210000 | SAFETY SEAT BELTS FOR VEHICLES IN 8701 TO 8705 | $9.4M |
SAFETY SEAT BELTS FOR VEHICLES IN 8701 TO 8705
348.6K kg
PASS VEH SPK-IG INT COM RCPR P ENG >1500 NOV 3M CC
HS 870323
PASS VEH W/SPK-IG AND ELEC MOTOR,NOT CHRGD BY PLUG
HS 870340
MTR VEH TRANS GDS SPK IG IN C P ENG, GVW NOV 5 MTN
HS 870431
PASS MTR VEH,SPARK IGN ENG, >1000CC BUT =<1500CC
HS 870322
PASS VEH SPK-IG INT COM RCPR P ENG > 3000 CC
HS 870324
PTS & ACCESS OF BODIES OF MOTOR VEHICLES, NESOI
HS 870829
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $17.2M | $84K | -$17.1M |
| Texas | $5.3M | $3.9M | -$1.5M |
| Utah | $7.4M | $80K | -$7.3M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | $16.5M | $684K | -$15.8M |
| OTAY MESA, CA | $17.0M | -- | -$17.0M |
| DETROIT, MI | $37K | $5.8M | +$5.8M |