Schwing Stetter Concrete Pump Truck from Japan
A truck-mounted concrete pump designed for high-pressure pumping of liquid concrete mixtures to construction sites. It features a extendable boom arm and hydraulic pistons specifically engineered for handling viscous concrete slurries. Classified under HTS 8413.40.00.00 as it is a dedicated concrete pump for liquids.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify CE marking or equivalent for construction machinery safety standards to avoid customs holds
• Include detailed technical specs and concrete viscosity handling certifications in documentation
• Check for EPA emissions compliance on diesel engines common in pump trucks to prevent delays