Caterpillar CB54B Vibratory Asphalt Compactor from Germany
The Caterpillar CB54B is a new vibratory asphalt compactor with oscillating and vibratory drum options for high-frequency compaction of hot mix asphalt. It is built for road paving and maintenance applications requiring smooth surface finishes. Falls under HTS 8429.40.0020 as a new vibratory road roller for asphalt compaction.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.2215%Section 232: derivative steel (c)(xi), product of AR/EC/SV/GT/JP/KR/LI/CH/TW/GB/EU — 15%
9903.03.060%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; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed specs confirming vibratory frequency and amplitude to distinguish from static compactors
• Include CE marking or equivalent safety certifications for EU-origin machines to expedite customs clearance