Caterpillar CB54B Vibratory Asphalt Compactor from Japan
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 — 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 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; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 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