U.S. imports of Overhead Travelling Cranes on Fixed Support (SITC 74431) totaled $6.6M in August 2026, imported from 29 countries.
Importers of Overhead Travelling Cranes on Fixed Support paid $613K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 9.04% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Overhead Travelling Cranes on Fixed Support imports of $6.6M in August 2026 ran 37% below the year-to-date monthly average of $10.6M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataOverhead travelling cranes mounted on fixed runway structures — such as bridge cranes running on elevated rails — are workhorses of heavy manufacturing, steel mills, and large-scale warehousing. Their fixed-support configuration distinguishes them from mobile or rail-mounted variants and typically determines HTS classification at the 10-digit level. Importers should note that steel-intensive lifting equipment may be subject to Section 232 tariffs depending on the country of origin and the steel content of the structure.
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The key classification criterion is that the crane travels along a fixed runway or rail system that is itself anchored to a building structure or dedicated support — not a mobile undercarriage or tires. Cranes that travel on tires or are self-propelled fall into separate SITC headings. Consult a licensed customs broker to confirm the correct HTS subheading based on your equipment's design.
Potentially yes. Because these cranes are fabricated largely from structural steel, the country of origin and the steel content of the finished article can trigger Section 232 exposure. The applicability depends on origin and any applicable exclusions in effect at the time of entry; verify current status with a trade counsel or customs broker before importing.
Basic heading 457 of 642 in section 7
Basic heading 74431 · $6.6M of $172.0B
ImportsExports
Imports
$6.6MYoY · free account
Exports
$4.2MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $135.3M of Overhead Travelling Cranes on Fixed Support.
Through August 2026 · exports 10 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
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Turkey pays 12.5% duty; Canada 2.0%.
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