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U.S. imports of smartphones (HS 851713) totaled $3.5B in April 2026, traded with 50 countries.
Importers of Smartphones paid $8.9M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $89.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataIndia has emerged as the leading US supplier of smartphones, overtaking China in recent years as major manufacturers have diversified assembly operations — a shift driven in part by Section 301 tariff exposure on Chinese-origin goods and strategic supply-chain realignment. Vietnam is also a significant source. Classified under a single 10-digit line (8517130000), smartphones are distinguished from other wireless handsets (851714) by their integration of advanced computing functions, touchscreen interfaces, and multi-OS capability. FCC equipment authorization is mandatory before entry, and importers should confirm that devices meet applicable SAR (specific absorption rate) limits for radiofrequency exposure.
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Smartphones (851713) are characterized by their combination of telephony with advanced computing capabilities — typically including a touchscreen, a multi-application operating system, internet connectivity, and onboard processing power comparable to a personal computer. Simpler wireless handsets that lack these integrated computing features are classified under 851714. When a device sits on the boundary, importers should document its operating system, processing specifications, and marketed use case to support the classification.
India's ascent reflects deliberate manufacturing diversification by major brands seeking to reduce Section 301 tariff exposure on Chinese-origin goods and mitigate geopolitical concentration risk. However, Indian smartphone assembly still relies heavily on components sourced from China and Taiwan, meaning that component-level disruptions can affect Indian-assembled units. Importers should track both finished-goods origin and component sourcing when assessing supply-chain resilience.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8517130000 | SMARTPHONES | $3.5B | 10.02% | $8.9M |
SMARTPHONES
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8517130000 | SMARTPHONES | $1.1B |
SMARTPHONES
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MACH FOR RECP/CONVR/TRANS/REGN OF VOICE/IMAGE/DATA
HS 851762
SOLID-STATE NON-VOL SEMICONDUCTOR STORAGE DEVICES
HS 852351
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
LITHIUM ION BATTERIES
HS 850760
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| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $1.7B | $14.8M | -$1.7B |
| Florida | $307.6M | $362.3M | +$54.7M |
| California | $520.4M | $88.2M | -$432.2M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO, IL | $2.5B | $35.7M | -$2.5B |
| MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, FL | $280.1M | $369.1M | +$89.0M |
| LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CA | $367.4M | $50.5M | -$316.9M |