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John Deere 870G LC Wheel Tractor Scraper

John Deere 870G LC scraper offers over 14 m³ capacity with low-cost operation for highway and site preparation. HTS 8429.30.0040 covers this new, self-propelled scraper due to its exceeding volume and earthmoving function.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+25.0%25%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8431.49.90Same rate: 50%

If equipped with specialized drilling attachments

Other boring machinery applies if scraper modified for borehole creation.

8429.19.00Same rate: 50%

If for backhoe-excavator scraper hybrids

Backhoe subheading used when primary function is excavation rather than scraping.

8704.22Lower: 37.5% vs 50%

If classified as heavy truck dumper

Industrial assembly truck heading for scraper bodies on truck chassis.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide detailed technical specs sheet showing heaped capacity, bowl dimensions for CBP review

• Ensure 'new' status with zero-hour meter reading and full warranty documentation

• Address potential overweight container issues; these units often ship partially disassembled