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U.S. imports of heat exchange units (SITC 74174) totaled $185.7M in April 2026, traded with 70 countries.
Importers of Heat Exchange Units paid $29.6M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 23% on $129.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataHeat exchangers transfer thermal energy between two or more fluid streams without mixing them, serving as critical components in petrochemical refining, HVAC systems, power generation, and food processing. Shell-and-tube, plate, and finned-tube configurations each fall under this heading, and the correct classification often hinges on the exchanger's construction type and intended service environment. Units destined for oil-and-gas or chemical plant applications may be subject to Section 301 tariff exposure depending on country of origin, making origin documentation a key compliance step.
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Condensers and evaporators are purpose-specific heat exchangers typically classified under refrigeration equipment headings, while general-purpose heat exchange units that transfer heat between process streams without phase-change intent are classified here. The key is the unit's primary function and the system it is designed to serve.
Depending on country of origin and construction material, heat exchange units may be subject to Section 301 tariffs or antidumping/countervailing duty orders. Importers should verify the applicable tariff schedule and any active trade remedy orders with a licensed customs broker before entry.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $18.3M | $37.4M | +$19.1M |
| MEXICO | $30.2M | $21.1M | -$9.1M |
| TAIWAN | $19.1M | $3.7M | -$15.4M |
| GERMANY | $14.0M | $7.1M | -$6.9M |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $14.3M | $6.2M | -$8.1M |
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