Is HTS 8453 subject to a Section 301 tariff?

Goods imported from China may carry an additional Section 301 tariff (typically +25% or +7.5%) on top of the base duty rate. Use the ShipSeeker calculator with origin set to China to estimate it.

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HTS 8453 Chapter 84

Machinery For Preparing, Tanning Or Working Hides, Skins Or Leather Or For Making Or Repairing Footwear Or…

Q: What is the import duty rate for HTS 8453 (Machinery For Preparing, Tanning Or Working Hides, Skins Or Leather Or For Making Or Repairing Footwear Or Other Articles Of Hides, Skins Or Leather, Other Than Sewing Machines; Parts Thereof:)?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HTS 8453 is varies by subheading. Free-trade-agreement (special) and Column 2 rates may also apply. Estimate the total landed cost by country of origin with the ShipSeeker calculator.

Q: What does HTS 8453 cover?

HTS 8453 covers Machinery For Preparing, Tanning Or Working Hides, Skins Or Leather Or For Making Or Repairing Footwear Or Other Articles Of Hides, Skins Or Leather, Other Than Sewing Machines; Parts Thereof: in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (chapter 84).

U.S. import duty rate & tariff classification for HTS 8453 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

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Full HTS description

Machinery For Preparing, Tanning Or Working Hides, Skins Or Leather Or For Making Or Repairing Footwear Or Other Articles Of Hides, Skins Or Leather, Other Than Sewing Machines; Parts Thereof:

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Duty rates for HTS 8453 are set at the subheading level.

Across its 4 subheadings, published general rates are Free. Pick a specific code below for its exact rate.

Subheadings under 8453

HTS code	Description	General rate
8453.10.00.00	Machinery For Preparing, Tanning Or Working Hides, Skins Or Leather	Free
8453.20.00.00	Machinery For Making Or Repairing Footwear	Free
8453.80.00.00	Other Machinery	Free
8453.90	Parts:	—

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Source: U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Rates are for reference; verify with a licensed customs broker before importing.