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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of mobile concrete mixers (SITC 78227) totaled $1.3M in April 2026, traded with 3 countries.
Mobile Concrete Mixers imports of $1.3M in April 2026 ran 13% below the year-to-date monthly average of $1.5M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataTruck-mounted transit mixers and self-loading mobile concrete mixers serve the construction sector by combining transport and mixing functions in a single vehicle, making them essential for ready-mix concrete supply chains. The drum capacity, discharge mechanism, and whether the unit is a dedicated mixer truck or a self-loading machine are the specification distinctions that matter most for procurement and classification. Import demand for these vehicles tends to correlate with construction activity cycles, and importers should assess whether the specific configuration is subject to any active trade-remedy measures affecting heavy commercial vehicles from the relevant country of origin.
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A self-loading concrete mixer incorporates its own aggregate-loading and water-dosing equipment, making it a more integrated machine than a transit mixer that simply transports pre-batched concrete. Both fall within SITC 78227, but at the HTS level the presence of integrated batching equipment may affect classification. Importers should document the full specification — including whether the unit has an onboard weighing and batching system — to support the correct tariff line determination.
A standard entry for a mobile concrete mixer should include the manufacturer's technical specification sheet (showing drum capacity, chassis GVW, and drive configuration), the commercial invoice, and a DOT HS-7 declaration for motor vehicle safety compliance. If the engine is a nonroad diesel, EPA Form 3520-21 confirming emissions compliance is also required. A licensed customs broker experienced in heavy commercial vehicles can coordinate these filings efficiently.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $1.3M | $2.7M | +$1.4M |
| MEXICO | -- | $981K | +$981K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | -- | $515K | +$515K |
| CHILE | -- | $105K | +$105K |
| JAMAICA | -- | $85K | +$85K |
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