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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of fire fighting vehicles (SITC 78225) totaled $926K in April 2026, traded with 5 countries.
Importers of Fire Fighting Vehicles paid $25K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $246K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Fire Fighting Vehicles imports of $926K in April 2026 ran 27% below the year-to-date monthly average of $1.3M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPurpose-built fire fighting vehicles — including pumper trucks, aerial ladder units, and airport crash-rescue vehicles — are specialized motor vehicles procured primarily by municipal fire departments, industrial facilities, and airports. These units are typically custom-configured to the purchaser's specifications, and each import transaction tends to involve detailed technical documentation to support correct classification and any applicable safety certifications. Because fire apparatus must meet NFPA standards and, for airport units, FAA Advisory Circular requirements, importers should confirm that foreign-manufactured vehicles are certified to the relevant US standards before entry.
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Imported fire apparatus intended for municipal use is typically required to meet NFPA 1901 (Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus) or the applicable NFPA standard for the vehicle type. Airport rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicles must additionally conform to FAA Advisory Circular 150/5220-10. Compliance documentation from the manufacturer and, in some cases, third-party certification are required before the vehicle can be accepted by the purchasing agency.
Fire fighting vehicles must comply with EPA heavy-duty engine emissions standards applicable to the chassis and engine configuration. NHTSA Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards apply to the vehicle chassis, though fire apparatus bodies are often exempt from certain FMVSS provisions under the incomplete vehicle rules. Importers should work with the chassis manufacturer and body builder to confirm which standards apply to the specific configuration being imported.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $830K | $15.7M | +$14.8M |
| CHILE | -- | $1.8M | +$1.8M |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | -- | $1.2M | +$1.2M |
| MEXICO | -- | $207K | +$207K |
| JAPAN | $68K | -- | -$68K |
Monthly import values over time