U.S. imports of Ornamental & Architectural Metal Works (NAICS 332323) totaled $69.3M in August 2026, imported from 61 countries.
Importers of Ornamental & Architectural Metal Works paid $33.0M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 48.96% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Ornamental & Architectural Metal Works imports of $69.3M in August 2026 ran 25% above the year-to-date monthly average of $55.2M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataCustom-fabricated metalwork for architectural applications — wrought iron gates, decorative grilles, bronze hardware, cast aluminum facades, and similar bespoke elements — is a specialty trade category where craftsmanship, alloy selection, and surface finish are as commercially significant as structural function. Because these products are often made to unique design specifications, standard commodity pricing benchmarks are less applicable, and valuation at entry (particularly for related-party transactions or artist-designed pieces) can require additional CBP scrutiny. Importers sourcing from China should assess Section 301 exposure, which applies broadly to fabricated metal articles in this category.
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3.5K import shipments a month
When transaction value cannot be established by reference to identical or similar goods, CBP may apply deductive or computed value methods. Importers should retain detailed cost breakdowns from the manufacturer — including material, labor, and design costs — and be prepared to support the declared value with production records if CBP issues a Request for Information.
Generally no — decorative intent does not move a fabricated metal article into Chapter 97 (works of art) unless it qualifies as an original sculpture or similar fine art. Most ornamental architectural metalwork remains classified as a fabricated article under Chapter 73 or 76 based on its base metal, regardless of its aesthetic complexity.
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National industry 332323 · $69.3M of $213.1M
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Imports · August 2026
origin
China and Canada together supply 42% of it. China pays 73.3% duty; Mexico 15.4%.
customs district
Census does not publish district detail for this classification system.
destination
Census publishes state breakdowns for NAICS to the 4-digit level only. See NAICS 3323 for those.
entry
Census does not publish port detail for this classification system.
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Imports
$69.3MYoY · free account
Exports
$14.2MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $616.3M of Ornamental & Architectural Metal Works and exported $143.9M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.