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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of machinery for making or repairing footwear (SITC 72483) totaled $758K in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Importers of Machinery for Making or Repairing Footwear paid $43K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 5.8% on $728K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Machinery for Making or Repairing Footwear imports of $758K in April 2026 ran 10% above the year-to-date monthly average of $689K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFootwear manufacturing machinery — including lasting machines, sole-attaching presses, and stitching equipment — is classified under SITC 72483 and serves a global footwear production industry that has largely shifted to Asia. Italy remains a prominent supplier of high-precision footwear machinery, particularly for premium and athletic footwear applications. Importers should note that the classification covers both new production equipment and machinery imported for repair or refurbishment of existing footwear.
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Yes. SITC 72483 explicitly includes machinery for both making and repairing footwear. This means cobbling and resoling equipment used in repair shops falls within the same classification as large-scale production machinery used in footwear factories, provided the equipment is designed for footwear specifically.
Used machinery is classified under the same SITC/HTS heading as new equipment of the same type. However, CBP may require additional documentation to confirm the machine's condition and value. Some used industrial machinery may also be subject to EPA or OSHA compliance review if it contains regulated substances (e.g., hydraulic fluids). A licensed customs broker can help prepare the entry correctly.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ITALY | $663K | -- | -$663K |
| CHINA | $38K | -- | -$38K |
| CANADA | $31K | -- | -$31K |
| SOUTH AFRICA | -- | $26K | +$26K |
| TAIWAN | $25K | -- | -$25K |