HTS Chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery Tariff Rates (2026)

Encompasses electrical and electronic equipment including motors, generators, transformers, batteries, semiconductors, televisions, and telephones.

Rate Overview

2.5%

Avg MFN Rate

10%

Section 122

50%

Section 232

7.5-100%

Section 301 (China)

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Key Headings in Chapter 85

HTS Code	Description	MFN Rate	Sec 232	Sec 301
8501	Electric motors and generators	2.5%	N/A	25%
8502	Electric generating sets	2.5%	N/A	25%
8504	Electrical transformers and power supplies	2.4%	N/A	25%
8506	Primary cells and batteries	2.7%	N/A	25%
8507	Electric accumulators (rechargeable batteries)	3.4%	N/A	25%
8511	Electrical ignition and starting equipment	2.5%	N/A	25%
8512	Electrical lighting and signaling equipment for vehicles	2.5%	N/A	25%
8516	Electric heaters and hair dryers	3.9%	N/A	25%
8517	Telephone sets and smartphones	Free	N/A	N/A
8518	Microphones, loudspeakers, headphones, amplifiers	Free	N/A	25%
8519	Sound recording or reproducing apparatus	Free	N/A	25%
8521	Video recording or reproducing apparatus	Free	N/A	25%
8523	Recorded media for sound or image	Free	N/A	25%
8525	Transmission apparatus and cameras	Free	N/A	25%
8527	Radio receivers	Free	N/A	25%
8528	Monitors, projectors, and television receivers	3.9%	N/A	25%
8529	Parts for TV, radio, and radar apparatus	Free	N/A	25%
8531	Electric sound or visual signaling apparatus	1.3%	N/A	25%
8532	Electrical capacitors	Free	N/A	25%
8533	Electrical resistors	Free	N/A	25%

Common Products

Semiconductors and chipsSmartphonesTelevisionsLithium-ion batteriesElectric motorsSolar panelsLED lightsPrinted circuit boardsTransformersCables and wiring

HTS Chapter 85 covers electrical machinery, encompassing a wide range of products that enter the United States under various tariff classifications. Encompasses electrical and electronic equipment including motors, generators, transformers, batteries, semiconductors, televisions, and telephones. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 2.5%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, most imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026; scheduled to sunset approximately July 24, 2026). Products in this chapter may carry Section 232 metals tariffs — since the April 6, 2026 restructuring, 50% on articles wholly of steel, aluminum, or copper and 25% on derivative articles, assessed on full customs value (doubled to 50% in June 2025; the UK pays a reduced 25% under the Economic Prosperity Deal). Note that the 10% Section 122 surcharge does not stack on the Section 232 metal content — it applies only to any non-metal portion. Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Semiconductors and chips, Smartphones, Televisions, Lithium-ion batteries, Electric motors, Solar panels, LED lights, Printed circuit boards, Transformers, Cables and wiring. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 84, Chapter 86, Chapter 87, Chapter 90, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 85 (Electrical Machinery)?

The average MFN duty rate for electrical machinery is 2.5%. Most imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Section 232 metals tariffs apply to steel/aluminum/copper articles — 50% on articles wholly of the metal and 25% on derivatives (full customs value); Section 122 does not stack on the metal content. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.

What products are in HTS Chapter 85?

Chapter 85 covers electrical machinery, including Semiconductors and chips, Smartphones, Televisions, Lithium-ion batteries, Electric motors. Related chapters include Chapter 84, Chapter 86, Chapter 87, Chapter 90.

Are electrical machinery subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?

Yes, products in this chapter may be subject to Section 232 metals tariffs — 50% on articles wholly of steel/aluminum/copper and 25% on derivative articles (full customs value; UK 25%). Section 122 does not stack on the metal content. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.