U.S. imports of Snowplows and Snowblowers (HS 843020) totaled $49.0M in August 2026, imported from 21 countries.
Importers of Snowplows and Snowblowers paid $4.8M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 9.77% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Snowplows and Snowblowers imports of $49.0M in August 2026 ran 145% above the year-to-date monthly average of $20.0M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataAttachment-type snowblowers (8430200030), self-contained snowblowers (8430200060), and snowplows (8430200090) occupy three distinct US tariff lines under this heading, a split that matters because attachment-type units — designed to mount on tractors or loaders — may raise classification questions when imported as part of a larger machine assembly. Canada and Mexico together dominate US supply, a pattern consistent with USMCA-origin production serving the North American municipal and commercial snow-removal market. Vietnam and China are also significant sources, particularly for consumer-grade and mid-range equipment.
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1.2K import shipments a month
When a snowblower attachment is imported together with the tractor as a complete unit, CBP will generally classify the combination under the heading that covers the principal machine — typically the tractor — rather than splitting the entry. If the attachment is imported separately, it would be classified on its own merits under 8430200030. The facts of each importation govern, and a binding ruling from CBP can provide certainty for recurring shipments.
Yes, significantly. Demand for snowplows and snowblowers is concentrated in the pre-winter months, meaning importers typically need to clear customs and build inventory by late summer or early fall. Lead times from Canada and Mexico are shorter than from Asia, giving North American suppliers a logistical advantage for late-season replenishment orders. Importers sourcing from Vietnam or China should factor in longer ocean transit times when planning seasonal stock builds.
Subheading 2 of 9 in heading 8430
Subheading 843020 · $49.0M of $192.0M
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ImportsExports
Imports
$49.0MYoY · free account
Exports
$16.1MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $253.6M of Snowplows and Snowblowers and exported $133.8M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8430200060 | Snowblowers, Except Attachment Type | $38.3M | 11.19% | 66.12% | $4.3M |
| 8430200090 | Snowplows | $7.2M | 5.00% | 41.31% | $359K |
| 8430200030 | Snowblowers, Attachment Type | $3.4M | 3.76% | 37.32% | $127K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8430200060 | Snowblowers, Except Attachment Type | $10.1M |
| 8430200090 | Snowplows | $5.1M |
| 8430200030 | Snowblowers, Attachment Type | $849K |
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.
Imports · August 2026
origin
China and Mexico together supply 59% of it. China pays 19.2% duty; Mexico <0.1%.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
39.4% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 9.77% of imports for consumption.