SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of parts for boring & sinking machinery (SITC 72393) totaled $81.7M in April 2026, traded with 56 countries.
Importers of Parts for Boring & Sinking Machinery paid $17.8M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 26% on $68.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Parts for Boring & Sinking Machinery imports of $81.7M in April 2026 ran 12% above the year-to-date monthly average of $72.7M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataReplacement and maintenance parts for drilling, boring, and shaft-sinking equipment used in mining, tunneling, and oil-and-gas well construction are grouped here, covering a wide range of components from drill-string elements to housing assemblies. The heading's scope is defined by the parent machinery's function — boring or sinking — rather than by the part's own material or shape, which can create classification challenges when a component is also used in other machine types. Accurate classification requires identifying the machinery for which the part is principally designed, a determination that often requires technical documentation from the OEM.
AI-written summary of the official U.S. Census Bureau trade figures on this page — verify before relying on it.
When a part is designed for use with multiple machine types, classification generally follows the machine for which it is principally or most commonly used. If that cannot be determined, the residual or general-parts heading may apply. OEM technical documentation specifying the intended application is the strongest evidence for supporting a classification decision.
Importers should retain the manufacturer's parts catalog or technical data sheet identifying the parent machine, engineering drawings if available, and the commercial invoice describing the part's function. CBP may request this documentation during a formal entry review or post-entry audit, so maintaining a complete classification file is advisable.
Supplier Network
Get discovered by U.S. importers searching for HS 72393 — Parts for Boring & Sinking Machinery. Be the first supplier listed.
Monthly import values over time