Construction Equipment from 🇰🇷 South Korea: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for construction equipment imported from South Korea.
Section 232 — Steel
25% tariff on steel imports under Section 232 national security authority.
Section 232 — Aluminum
10% tariff on aluminum imports under Section 232 national security authority.
HTS Codes for Construction Equipment — Duty Rates
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the US tariff on excavators?
Excavators (HTS 8429.52 or 8430.50) have base duty rates of 0-2%. Self-propelled construction equipment is generally subject to low or zero duties. Section 301 tariffs add 25% on Chinese-origin equipment.
Are cranes subject to import duties?
Mobile cranes (HTS 8426) have base duty rates of 0-2%. Tower cranes and overhead cranes may have slightly different rates. The main cost concern is Section 301 tariffs on Chinese cranes.
What HTS codes cover construction machinery?
Construction equipment falls under HTS 8426 (cranes), 8429 (bulldozers, graders, excavators), 8430 (earthmoving machinery), and 8431 (parts for construction equipment).
What tariffs apply to construction equipment from South Korea?
Construction Equipment imported from South Korea are subject to the standard MFN base duty rate, plus Section 232 — Steel, Section 232 — Aluminum tariff overlays. Use the duty calculator to get the exact rate for your HTS code.
How do I calculate the landed cost for construction equipment from South Korea?
The landed cost includes the product value (FOB), ocean or air freight, insurance, US Customs duties (base rate plus any applicable overlays), Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464% of value, min $29.66), and Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125% of dutiable value). Use our landed cost calculator to get the full breakdown.
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