John Deere 670GP Motor Grader

Heavy-duty self-propelled grader for highway and site preparation, with hydraulic controls for blade positioning and moldboard for leveling soil or gravel. Classified under HTS 8429.20.00.00 due to its primary function as a leveling machine in construction. Includes circle drive for blade rotation up to 50 degrees.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8429.30.00Same rate: 35%

If equipped with front-mounted shovel or excavator functionality

Machines combining grading with shovel loading shift to 8429.30 for excavators and shovel loaders.

8479.89.65Lower: 20.3% vs 35%

If for specialized graders used in semiconductor wafer preparation

Precision grinders/lappers for semiconductor wafers fall under 8479.89 for semiconductor manufacturing apparatus.

8431.49.90Same rate: 35%

If designed for agricultural land leveling rather than construction

Farm-specific graders may classify under 8431.49 as other agricultural machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label machinery with country of origin and serial numbers prominently for easy customs inspection

Prepare noise emission test reports as required for construction equipment over certain decibel limits

Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring tire size, which affects duty calculations for graders