Backhoe Loader from United States
A backhoe loader is a versatile construction machine combining a front-mounted loading bucket with a rear-mounted backhoe arm, used for digging, trenching, and material handling on public works and building sites. It falls under tariff item 8479.10.00 as machinery for public works, building, or the like, because its primary function is excavation and loading in construction applications.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the backhoe loader meets Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards if it will be driven on public roads, as CBSA may require compliance documentation
• Provide a detailed description of the machine's functions to support classification under 8479.10.00, as self-propelled vehicles may be classified elsewhere
• Verify whether the equipment qualifies for duty relief under a specific free trade agreement, such as CUSMA, by confirming the origin of the goods