Power Tools from 🇨🇳 China: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for power tools imported from China.
Quick answer for US importers
What is the US import duty on power tools from China?
Power Tools imported into the United States from China must be classified under the correct HTS code before the US duty rate can be confirmed. The rate depends on the 10-digit HTS classification, base MFN duty, country-of-origin rules, and any special tariff program or trade remedy that applies to the shipment.
Section 301 Tariffs
Additional tariffs of 7.5%–25% (some up to 100%) apply to most goods from China under four Section 301 lists. Covers electronics, machinery, consumer goods, and more.
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 Power Tools — Duty Rates
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Rates and trade context on this page are checked against official tariff, customs, trade-policy, and import-data sources. Use the calculator for an item-specific duty stack before making entry, quote, or purchase decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the US tariff on power tools?
Power tools have base duty rates of 0-4% depending on the type. Electric hand drills (HTS 8467.21) are 0%, while other portable electric tools range from 0-3.9%. Section 301 tariffs add 25% on Chinese tools.
Are hand tools subject to different tariffs than power tools?
Yes, hand tools (HTS Chapter 82) have different rates from power tools (HTS 8467). Hand tool duty rates range from 0-14% depending on the material and type.
What HTS codes cover power tools?
Electromechanical hand tools fall under HTS 8467 (pneumatic and hydraulic tools) and 8508 (electromechanical tools). Hand tools are in Chapter 82 (8201-8215). Classification depends on power source and function.
What tariffs apply to power tools from China?
Power Tools imported from China are subject to the standard MFN base duty rate, plus Section 301 Tariffs, 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 power tools from China?
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.
What HTS codes apply to power tools from China?
Power Tools classifications depend on product details such as material, construction, use, and value. Start with the HTS codes listed on this page, then confirm the exact 10-digit HTS code before filing an entry.
Is this page about US import duty or China import duty?
This page covers US customs duty when power tools are imported into the United States from China. It is not China's own import tariff schedule for goods entering China.
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