SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of electrothermic hairdressing & hand-drying apparatus (SITC 77583) totaled $60.6M in April 2026, traded with 22 countries.
Importers of Electrothermic Hairdressing & Hand-Drying Apparatus paid $6.7M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $54.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Electrothermic Hairdressing & Hand-Drying Apparatus imports of $60.6M in April 2026 ran 10% below the year-to-date monthly average of $67.7M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataHair dryers, curling irons, hot rollers, and similar electrothermic personal-care devices occupy a high-volume consumer electronics import segment subject to CPSC safety standards and, for many China-origin units, Section 301 tariffs. Buyers and importers must verify UL or equivalent electrical safety certification before entry, as non-compliant units can be refused or detained at the port. Product classification turns on whether the device is designed primarily for hairdressing versus hand-drying, since the two end-uses can attract different tariff treatment under the US HTS schedule.
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Classification hinges on the device's principal design and intended use: hairdressing apparatus (hair dryers, curling wands, flat irons) is distinguished from hand-drying apparatus (warm-air hand dryers) by construction features such as nozzle shape, airflow volume, and heat settings. Importers should retain product specifications and marketing materials to support the declared classification, as CBP may request them during review.
Yes. Most electrothermic hairdressing and hand-drying apparatus originating in China is subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should confirm the applicable List and rate with a licensed customs broker, as coverage and rates have been subject to revision.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA | $29.4M | $4K | -$29.4M |
| PHILIPPINES | $19.7M | -- | -$19.7M |
| VIETNAM | $5.3M | -- | -$5.3M |
| CAMBODIA | $2.9M | -- | -$2.9M |
| MEXICO | -- | $2.9M | +$2.9M |
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