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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of dairy machinery (SITC 72138) totaled $3.4M in April 2026, traded with 19 countries.
Importers of Dairy Machinery paid $159K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 5.4% on $2.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Dairy Machinery imports of $3.4M in April 2026 ran 68% above the year-to-date monthly average of $2.0M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPasteurizers, separators, homogenizers, cheese vats, butter churns, and other equipment used in the processing of milk and dairy products fall under this heading, distinct from milking machines and their parts. Dairy processing machinery is a capital-intensive import category serving both large-scale creameries and artisan dairy operations, with European manufacturers — particularly from Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia — historically prominent in the global supply base. Importers should verify whether a machine's primary function is dairy processing or a broader food-processing application, as the latter may shift classification.
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The key factor is whether the machine is designed and principally used for processing milk or dairy products specifically. A pasteurizer engineered for milk, or a separator designed for cream, qualifies here. A general-purpose heat exchanger or pump used across multiple food industries would typically be classified under a broader food-machinery or industrial-machinery heading based on its design characteristics.
While CBP clearance does not require food-safety equipment certification, dairy processing facilities in the US must comply with FDA's Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (PMO) and applicable state dairy regulations, which specify equipment design standards (often 3-A Sanitary Standards). Importers should confirm that foreign-manufactured equipment meets these standards before purchase, as non-compliant equipment cannot be used in licensed dairy plants regardless of its import status.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CYPRUS | $1.7M | -- | -$1.7M |
| CANADA | $459K | $362K | -$97K |
| GERMANY | $621K | $5K | -$616K |
| MEXICO | -- | $404K | +$404K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $142K | $243K | +$101K |
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