New Caterpillar D8T Track-Type Tractor Bulldozer from Japan
The Caterpillar D8T is a new self-propelled track-laying bulldozer designed for heavy-duty earthmoving and grading tasks in construction and mining. It features a powerful diesel engine, hydrostatic transmission, and an adjustable straight blade for precise dozing. Classified under HTS 8429.11.0010 as a new track-laying bulldozer.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.2215%Section 232: derivative steel (c)(xi), product of AR/EC/SV/GT/JP/KR/LI/CH/TW/GB/EU — 15%
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify 'new' status with manufacturer certification and ensure no prior use to avoid reclassification as used equipment
• Include detailed technical specs and EPA emissions compliance docs for customs clearance on diesel engines