Caterpillar CB54B Vibratory Asphalt Compactor from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
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