HS code for air compressor
The U.S. HS code for an air compressor is usually 8414.80.16.90 (electric), with no general duty and an estimated total of 12.5% from China and 12.5% from Vietnam once additional duties are added.
Estimates use tariff data as of October 22, 2026. The China and Vietnam estimates include Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). From China, Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply, up to 37.5% in total. Classifications and duty estimates are guidance based on the published HTSUS. The importer of record is responsible for the final classification.
Codes by variant
| Variant | HTS code | General duty | Est. from China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | 8414.80.16.90 | Free | 12.5% |
- 8414.80.16.90: Air compressors / Portable / Other
What decides the code
An air compressor is classified in heading 8414 as an air or gas compressor, and the electric portable unit falls under 8414.80.16.90.
- The product is an air compressor, which places it in heading 8414 as an air or gas compressor.
- The compressor is portable, which leads to the portable subheading under 8414.80.16.
- The unit is electric powered, so it is classified as other under 8414.80.16.90.
Common mistakes
- Classifying the compressor under 8414.90 as a part is wrong because a complete compressor is a finished machine, not a part.
- Classifying it under 8415 as air conditioning equipment is wrong because a compressor alone does not cool or condition air.
- Classifying it under 8467 as a hand tool is wrong because a portable compressor is not a hand-held power tool.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 12.5% = Free general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor actionMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%). Up to 37.5%.
- Vietnam
- 12.5% = Free general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor action
For HTS 8414.80.16.90, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for an air compressor?
The U.S. HTS code for an air compressor is usually 8414.80.16.90 (electric). The first six digits, 8414.80, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on an air compressor from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 8414.80.16.90 is Free. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%)), the estimated total is 12.5% of customs value. Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply depending on the exact product. From Vietnam the estimate is 12.5%. Tariff data as of October 22, 2026.
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Codes checked against the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule retrieved October 22, 2026. Additional duties reviewed October 22, 2026. This is an estimate: the importer of record is responsible for classification.