U.S. imports of Self-Propelled Tamping Machines & Road Rollers (SITC 72333) totaled $43.3M in August 2026, imported from 17 countries.
Importers of Self-Propelled Tamping Machines & Road Rollers paid $10.0M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 23.34% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Self-Propelled Tamping Machines & Road Rollers imports of $43.3M in August 2026 ran 14% below the year-to-date monthly average of $50.5M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataRoad rollers and tamping machines with integral drive systems are essential compaction equipment for asphalt paving, subgrade preparation, and railway ballast work. The self-propelled designation — meaning the compaction unit moves under its own power — separates these machines from non-self-propelled compactors classified elsewhere in the SITC schedule. Vibratory drum rollers, pneumatic-tire rollers, and combination rollers all fall within this heading, and the specific roller type and operating weight can influence HTS subheading assignment at the 10-digit level.
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Yes — both vibratory drum rollers and static (deadweight) rollers are captured under SITC 72333 provided they are self-propelled. The distinction between vibratory and static types may, however, matter at the HTS 10-digit level, so importers should confirm the correct subheading with a licensed customs broker using the machine's technical specifications.
Standard commercial entry documents apply: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and a CBP Form 7501. For large or high-value machines, importers often also provide the manufacturer's certificate of origin and engine emission compliance documentation, since EPA Tier standards may apply to non-road diesel engines at the time of importation.
Basic heading 246 of 642 in section 7
Basic heading 72333 · $43.3M of $172.0B
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Imports · August 2026
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Germany and China together supply 53% of it. China pays 50.0% duty; Germany 15.0%.
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$43.3MYoY · free account
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$13.5MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $500.6M of Self-Propelled Tamping Machines & Road Rollers.
Through August 2026 · exports 10 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.