HTS 8473.40 – Parts for SMT Equipment & PCB Assembly Machines

HTS 8473.40 covers parts and accessories for surface-mount technology (SMT) machines and other PCB assembly equipment. Japanese SMT equipment makers (Fuji, Yamaha, Panasonic, JUKI) dominate the market — Japanese-origin parts face 15%. Chinese aftermarket nozzles and feeders face 40%. Electronics manufacturers should source OEM Japanese SMT spare parts to benefit from the lower tariff rate.