Machinery & Industrial Import Capabilities
Large. Valuable. Complicated. Sound like your cargo? Then you need more than just a customs broker—you need a logistics partner who understands machinery imports from every angle.
- Expert Machinery HTS Classification - Avoid costly delays and overpaid duties. Our licensed customs brokers know the ins and outs of Chapters 84 and 85 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and can help with classification reviews, tariff engineering, and duty minimization.
- Compliance with Partner Government Agencies (PGAs) - Importing industrial equipment often means satisfying requirements from agencies like the EPA, DOE, and OSHA. We know how to keep your shipment on the right side of every regulation.
- Freight Forwarding for Heavy and Oversized Equipment - Whether it's ocean, air, or project cargo, we coordinate your routing, crating, rigging, and final delivery—no sweat. We even manage inland transportation for large or delicate machinery.
- End-to-End Import Support - From entry filing and ISF (Importer Security Filing) to arrival coordination, we manage the full import process so you can focus on running your operation.
Heavy Lifting—Meet Smart Shipping
You don’t move heavy machinery by winging it—and the same goes for importing it.
At Shapiro, we specialize in untangling the red tape wrapped around machinery and equipment imports. Whether you’re bringing in CNC machines, construction gear, lab devices, or manufacturing tools, our team knows how to navigate the nuanced customs classifications, OGA(Other Government Agency) requirements, and complex valuation rules that come with the territory.
From tariffs and duties to crating, drayage, and delivery, we speak fluent machinery.
And with Shapiro 360°, you’ll enjoy total visibility of your shipments—from the moment an ISF is filed to the final delivery. Partner with us for reliable, seamless customs solutions that will do the heavy lifting for you.
HTS Codes, Tax Credits, and Import Perks...Oh My!
When it comes to importing industrial equipment, precision goes beyond your machinery—it’s in the paperwork too.
At Shapiro we dive deep into HTS classifications for industrial and machinery imports, especially in the high-impact Chapters 84, 85, and 90 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS). A single digit can mean the difference between 0% and 8% duties—or eligibility for duty-free treatment under programs like USMCA, GSP, or ITA (Information Technology Agreement).
Need to navigate:
- HTS codes like 8467.29 for power tools?
- 8501.61 for electric motors and generators?
- 9027.80 for lab instruments?
We’ve got it covered.
And don’t forget—depending on the product and your business structure, importing certain capital equipment might also qualify you for federal or state tax credits, accelerated depreciation, or R&D deductions.
Looking for help with imports into the U.S.?
Check out our Services page to see which of our services can help you get your products into the U.S.