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John Deere 544L Wheel Loader

The John Deere 544L is a new wheel-type front-end shovel loader with rear engine mount and 4-wheel drive, featuring a bucket capacity under 1.5 m³. It functions as an integral tractor shovel loader designed for construction and material handling tasks. Classified under HTS 8429.51.1015 due to its specific configuration as a new 4WD rear-engine loader with limited bucket size.

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 bucket capacity is 1.5 m³ or greater

Larger bucket capacities shift classification within the same wheel-type front-end shovel loader heading.

8704.10Lower: 12.5% vs 50%

If classified primarily as a tractor rather than an integral shovel loader

Tractors with shovel attachments but not integral designs fall under Chapter 87 for motor vehicles.

8429.59.10Same rate: 50%

If track-type instead of wheel-type

Crawler-mounted shovel loaders are classified separately from wheel-type under 8429.59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify bucket capacity documentation does not exceed 1.5 m³ to avoid reclassification to higher capacity subheadings

• Provide OEM specifications confirming rear engine mount and integral tractor design for customs clearance

• Ensure EPA or equivalent emissions compliance certificates for the diesel engine to prevent delays

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Caterpillar 914K Compact Wheel Loader

The Caterpillar 914K is a compact new wheel-type front-end shovel loader with 4-wheel drive, rear-mounted engine, and bucket capacity under 1.5 m³. Ideal for tight job sites in construction and landscaping. Fits HTS 8429.51.1015 as a new integral tractor shovel loader meeting all dimensional and drive criteria.

Komatsu WA150-5 Wheel Loader

Komatsu WA150-5 is a new 4-wheel drive wheel-type front-end shovel loader with rear engine configuration and bucket capacity below 1.5 m³. Used for loading aggregates and earthmoving in construction. Precisely matches HTS 8429.51.1015 for its integral tractor shovel loader specs.

Volvo L35H Compact Wheel Loader

The Volvo L35H is a new compact wheel loader classified as an integral tractor shovel loader with rear engine, 4WD, and bucket under 1.5 m³. Suited for utility and construction applications. HTS 8429.51.1015 applies due to its precise matching of wheel-type, new, and capacity specs.

New Holland W50C Compact Wheel Loader

New Holland W50C features a new wheel-type design as an integral tractor shovel loader, 4WD, rear engine, under 1.5 m³ bucket for compact site work. HTS 8429.51.1015 due to exact fit in front-end shovel loaders hierarchy.

Case 7210E Wheel Loader

Case 7210E is a new 4-wheel drive front-end shovel loader with rear-mounted engine and bucket capacity under 1.5 m³, integral tractor design. Employed in general construction and site preparation. Classified in HTS 8429.51.1015 for matching all hierarchical criteria including new condition.