U.S. imports of Electromechanical Hand Drills with Self-Contained Electric Motor (SITC 77841) totaled $56.9M in August 2026, imported from 33 countries.
Importers of Electromechanical Hand Drills with Self-Contained Electric Motor paid $5.9M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 11.05% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Electromechanical Hand Drills with Self-Contained Electric Motor imports of $56.9M in August 2026 ran 24% above the year-to-date monthly average of $45.9M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataCorded and cordless hand drills with an integrated electric motor are a high-volume segment of the power-tool import market, serving professional construction trades, manufacturing maintenance, and consumer DIY channels. Imports of these tools from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs, making supplier diversification — particularly toward manufacturers in countries such as Vietnam and Mexico — a persistent strategic consideration for US importers. Buyers should verify that motor voltage ratings and safety certifications (UL, ETL) match US market requirements before shipment.
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2.8K import shipments a month
Both corded and cordless (battery-powered) hand drills with a self-contained electric motor fall within this heading. The battery pack itself may be classified separately if imported independently, but when shipped as a set with the drill it is generally classified with the principal article.
While there is no single federal import permit for hand drills, major US retailers and distributors require third-party electrical safety certification — most commonly UL listing or ETL mark — before products reach store shelves. Importers should confirm certification scope covers the specific voltage and motor configuration of the units being shipped.
Basic heading 209 of 642 in section 7
Basic heading 77841 · $56.9M of $172.0B
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Imports · August 2026
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Vietnam and China together supply 58% of it.
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$56.9MYoY · free account
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$7.5MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $526.4M of Electromechanical Hand Drills with Self-Contained Electric Motor.
Through August 2026 · exports 10 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.