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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of machine tools operated by laser or other light/photon beam processes (SITC 73111) totaled $46.8M in April 2026, traded with 30 countries.
Importers of Machine Tools Operated by Laser or Other Light/Photon Beam Processes paid $5.9M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $46.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataLaser and photon-beam machine tools occupy a technically demanding niche in precision metalworking and electronics manufacturing, used for cutting, welding, drilling, and surface treatment at tolerances unachievable by conventional tooling. Imports of these systems are subject to Section 301 tariff exposure depending on origin, making sourcing decisions consequential for capital equipment buyers. Classification hinges on the primary working process — laser versus other light or photon beam — rather than the workpiece material, so multi-process machines require careful heading analysis before entry.
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Classification follows the machine's principal function. If laser or photon-beam processing is the primary working method, the machine falls under this heading; if another process (e.g., electro-discharge) predominates, a different heading applies. Importers should document the machine's design intent and consult a licensed customs broker or request a binding ruling from CBP.
Depending on country of origin, laser machine tools may be subject to Section 301 tariffs. The applicable rate and product scope vary by HTS subheading and origin, so importers should verify current trade-remedy orders with CBP or a licensed customs broker before finalizing sourcing decisions.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAPAN | $14.4M | $159K | -$14.2M |
| GERMANY | $11.1M | $52K | -$11.0M |
| CANADA | $480K | $7.6M | +$7.1M |
| CHINA | $4.4M | $419K | -$3.9M |
| SWITZERLAND | $4.4M | $241K | -$4.1M |
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