U.S. imports of Linear-Acting Pneumatic Power Engines & Motors (Cylinders) (SITC 71892) totaled $32.1M in August 2026, imported from 53 countries.
Importers of Linear-Acting Pneumatic Power Engines & Motors (Cylinders) paid $2.5M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 7.18% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 2026 dataPneumatic cylinders convert compressed-air pressure into linear mechanical motion and are foundational components in factory automation, packaging lines, and material-handling systems. Unlike rotary pneumatic motors, linear-acting units are classified distinctly under SITC 71892, a distinction that matters when reconciling shipments against HTS schedules or statistical reporting. Importers sourcing these cylinders should verify bore diameter, stroke length, and operating pressure ratings, as these specifications often determine whether a unit is classified as a cylinder or as part of an assembly.
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Linear-acting units produce reciprocating straight-line motion via a piston or diaphragm driven by compressed air, whereas rotary pneumatic motors produce continuous shaft rotation. This functional distinction is the key classification boundary under SITC 71892 versus other pneumatic motor categories.
Importers should document bore diameter, stroke length, maximum operating pressure (in bar or PSI), port size, and mounting configuration. These technical parameters support correct HTS classification and help resolve any CBP inquiries about whether the unit is a standalone cylinder or part of a larger assembly.
Basic heading 284 of 642 in section 7
Basic heading 71892 · $32.1M of $172.0B
Imports · August 2026
origin
Mexico and Germany together supply 46% of it. Japan pays 11.9% duty; Mexico 0.7%.
customs district
Census does not publish district detail for this classification system.
destination
Census does not publish state detail for this classification system.
entry
Census does not publish port detail for this classification system.
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12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $362.0M of Linear-Acting Pneumatic Power Engines & Motors (Cylinders).
Through August 2026 · exports 10 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.