Industrial Machinery from 🇰🇷 South Korea: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for industrial machinery imported from South Korea. Total 2025 imports: $246M.
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 Industrial Machinery — Duty Rates
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Search Industrial Machinery HTS codesTop Industrial Machinery Imports from South Korea (2025)
| HS6 Code | Description | Import Value | Duties Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 843069 | MOVING, GRADING, LEVELING, EXCAVATING, EXTRACTING MACHINERY FOR EARTH, MINERALS OR ORES, NESOI, NOT SELF-PROPELLED | $69M | $4M |
| 842890 | LIFTING, HANDLING, LOADING OR UNLOADING MACHINERY NESOI | $64M | $0 |
| 843039 | COAL OR ROCK CUTTERS AND TUNNELING MACHINERY, OTHER THAN SELF-PROPELLED | $21M | $2M |
| 842139 | FILTERING OR PURIFYING MACHINERY AND APPARATUS FOR GASES, NESOI | $12M | $0 |
| 842199 | PARTS FOR FILTERING OR PURIFYING MACHINERY AND APPARATUS FOR LIQUIDS OR GASES | $11M | $0 |
| 843041 | BORING OR SINKING MACHINERY, NESOI, SELF-PROPELLED | $10M | $629K |
| 842121 | WATER FILTERING OR PURIFYING MACHINERY AND APPARATUS | $9M | $0 |
| 841989 | MACHINERY, PLANT OR LABORATORY EQUIPMENT FOR THE TREATMENT OF MATERIAL INVOLVING TEMPERATURE CHANGE (EXCEPT DOMESTIC MACHINERY), NESOI | $8M | $28K |
| 843390 | PARTS FOR HARVESTING OR THRESHING MACHINERY, MOWERS, BALERS AND MACHINES FOR CLEANING, SORTING OR GRADING EGGS, FRUIT OR OTHER AGRICULTURAL PRODUCE | $7M | $0 |
| 843699 | PARTS OF AGRICULTURAL, HORTICULTURAL, FORESTRY, BEE-KEEPING MACHINERY, INCLUDING GERMINATION PLANT FITTED WITH MECHANICAL OR THERMAL EQUIPMENT, NESOI | $4M | $0 |
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Last verified: June 2, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average US tariff on industrial machinery?
Most industrial machinery has relatively low base duty rates of 0-6%. Many categories are duty-free, especially under the ITA. Section 301 tariffs add 7.5-25% on Chinese-origin machinery.
Are CNC machines subject to tariffs?
CNC (computer numerical control) machines are classified under HTS 8456-8463 depending on the type. Base duty rates are typically 0-4.4%. Chinese-origin CNC machines face additional Section 301 tariffs.
What HTS chapter covers industrial machinery?
Industrial machinery falls primarily under HTS Chapter 84, which covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. This is one of the largest chapters with thousands of tariff lines.
What tariffs apply to industrial machinery from South Korea?
Industrial Machinery 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 industrial machinery 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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