Caterpillar 615C Series II Scrapers from Japan
New self-propelled wheel tractor-scrapers with a heaped capacity not exceeding 13.7 m³, designed for earthmoving in construction sites. Classified under HTS 8429.30.0020 as new scrapers due to their specific size and function in scooping and transporting loose soil.
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 already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify the heaped capacity certification from manufacturer to confirm ≤13.7 m³ for this subheading
• Include detailed specs like blade type and tractor power in commercial invoice to avoid misclassification
• Check EPA emissions standards for the diesel engine to ensure US compliance