Caterpillar 657G Wheel Tractor Scraper

The Caterpillar 657G is a large self-propelled wheel tractor scraper with a heaped capacity exceeding 13.7 cubic meters, designed for high-volume earthmoving in construction and mining. It falls under HTS 8429.30.0040 as a new scraper exceeding the specified capacity threshold per statistical notes for heavy earthmoving machinery.

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.

8429.51.10Same rate: 35%

If configured as a front-end shovel loader

Reclassified to shovel loaders if primary function shifts to loading rather than scraping earth.

8704.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported as chassis without scraper bowl

Dump truck chassis heading applies to unfinished vehicles lacking earthmoving implement.

8430.49.80Same rate: 35%

If used primarily for mining operations

Other moving, grading, leveling machinery covers specialized mining scrapers outside construction use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify machine's heaped capacity certification exceeds 13.7 m³ with manufacturer specs for accurate HTS classification

Include detailed bill of lading noting 'new' condition and self-propelled scraper type to avoid reclassification

Prepare EPA emissions compliance docs for diesel engines common in these large scrapers