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New John Deere 544L Wheel Loader

A new 2-wheel drive integral tractor shovel loader with rear engine mount, designed for front-end loading operations in construction and material handling. Classified under HTS 8429.51.10.05 as a new wheel-type front-end shovel loader with 2-wheel drive and rear-mounted engine. It features a hydrostatic transmission and bucket capacities suited for earthmoving tasks.

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.

8429.51.10Same rate: 50%

If 4-wheel drive

4-wheel drive front-end shovel loaders fall under a separate subheading, changing duty rates due to enhanced mobility specs.

8704.10Lower: 12.5% vs 50%

If classified primarily as a tractor without integral shovel

Separate tractors not designed as integral shovel loaders are in Chapter 87, based on primary function over loading capability.

8429.59.10Same rate: 50%

If not integral tractor-shovel design

Other wheel-type front-end loaders without rear-engine integral tractor features use broader provisions in the same heading.

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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

• Verify the machine is new, 2-wheel drive, and rear-engine mounted via manufacturer specs and invoice to match HTS 8429.51.10.05 exactly

• Include detailed technical datasheets showing integral tractor-shovel design and obtain EPA/CARB emissions certification for engine compliance

• Avoid misclassification as track-type (8429.52) by confirming wheeled configuration; common pitfall is overlooking drive type documentation