U.S. imports of Non-Electric Winches and Capstans (HS 842539) totaled $18.9M in August 2026, imported from 43 countries.
Importers of Non-Electric Winches and Capstans paid $2.4M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 12.78% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Non-Electric Winches and Capstans imports of $18.9M in August 2026 ran 16% above the year-to-date monthly average of $16.3M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataHydraulic, pneumatic, and manually operated winches and capstans — those not driven by electric motors — classify under 842539 and are widely used in oilfield, marine, and off-road recovery applications where electrical power is impractical or hazardous. Canada leads US imports under this heading, reflecting strong cross-border trade in oilfield and industrial equipment, with China and Germany also significant sources. The single 10-digit line 8425390100 covers the full scope of non-electric drive types, so importers must ensure the power-source description on commercial invoices clearly distinguishes these units from electrically powered counterparts under 842531. Chinese-origin goods are subject to Section 301 tariffs.
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Generally yes — a winch driven by a hydraulic system (even one powered indirectly via a vehicle's power take-off) is not 'powered by an electric motor' and would fall under 842539 rather than 842531. However, if the unit incorporates an integral electric motor as its primary drive, it would shift to 842531. The invoice and technical documentation should clearly describe the drive mechanism to support the classification.
Oilfield and drilling activity cycles can create sharp demand spikes for hydraulic and pneumatic winches, particularly for well-servicing and pipeline work. Canada's proximity and established manufacturing base for oilfield equipment make it a preferred source for rapid replenishment, but importers relying on Chinese supply should factor Section 301 duty costs and longer lead times into inventory planning.
ImportsExports
Imports
$18.9MYoY · free account
Exports
$8.5MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $193.4M of Non-Electric Winches and Capstans and exported $100.6M.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8425390100 | Winches and Capstans not Powered by Electric Motor | $18.9M | 12.78% | 63.33% | $2.4M |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8425390100 | Winches and Capstans not Powered by Electric Motor | $8.5M |
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.
Subheading 3 of 7 in heading 8425
Subheading 842539 · $18.9M of $128.8M
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Imports · August 2026
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China and Canada together supply 43% of it. China pays 36.5% duty; Mexico 0.9%.
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rate provision · imports
36.7% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 12.78% of imports for consumption.