Caterpillar 140M Motor Grader from Japan
Self-propelled motor grader designed for road construction and maintenance, featuring a adjustable blade for precise grading and leveling of surfaces. It falls under HTS 8429.20.00.00 as a grader used in earthmoving operations for creating smooth, even terrain. Equipped with articulated steering for maneuverability in tight spaces.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.2215%Derivative steel articles the product of Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, or a member nation of the European Union, as provided for in subdivision (c)(xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%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; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify self-propelled capability and blade mechanism in technical specs to confirm classification under 8429.20
• Obtain EPA emissions certification for diesel engines to avoid customs delays on heavy machinery
• Include detailed assembly instructions if partially assembled to prevent reclassification as parts