U.S. imports of Commercial Dishwashing Machines (Non-Household) (SITC 74521) totaled $7.4M in August 2026, imported from 19 countries.
Importers of Commercial Dishwashing Machines (Non-Household) paid $437K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 5.92% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Commercial Dishwashing Machines (Non-Household) imports of $7.4M in August 2026 ran 12% above the year-to-date monthly average of $6.6M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataRack-type, conveyor, and flight-type dishwashing machines designed for restaurant, institutional, and industrial use are classified here, distinct from household dishwashers that fall under a separate consumer-appliance heading. Commercial units are evaluated by throughput capacity, water temperature, and chemical dosing systems — specifications that matter both for classification and for compliance with NSF/ANSI sanitation standards required by US health codes. Importers should confirm that machines meet applicable energy-efficiency standards administered by the Department of Energy, which can affect admissibility for commercial warewashing equipment.
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318 import shipments a month
The primary distinction is design intent and throughput: commercial machines are built for continuous or high-volume operation in foodservice or institutional settings, typically featuring higher water temperatures, chemical sanitizing systems, and rack or conveyor feed mechanisms. Household units are designed for domestic use with lower capacity. Manufacturers' specifications and marketing materials are key evidence in borderline cases.
Yes. The Department of Energy sets energy and water consumption standards for commercial warewashing equipment, and non-compliant machines may be refused entry. Additionally, most US jurisdictions require that commercial dishwashers meet NSF/ANSI 3 certification for sanitation; buyers should confirm certification status before importation.
Basic heading 448 of 642 in section 7
Basic heading 74521 · $7.4M of $172.0B
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Imports · August 2026
origin
Canada and Germany together supply 73% of it.
customs district
Census does not publish district detail for this classification system.
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Imports
$7.4MYoY · free account
Exports
$3.7MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $78.3M of Commercial Dishwashing Machines (Non-Household).
Through August 2026 · exports 10 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.