Caterpillar 988K Wheel Loader

The Caterpillar 988K is a new wheel-type front-end shovel loader with integral tractor design and rear engine mounting, featuring 4-wheel drive and a bucket capacity of approximately 6.4 m³. It falls under HTS 8429.51.1045 due to its specific size range for heavy-duty material handling in construction and mining. This classification applies to self-propelled machines designed primarily as shovel loaders.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8429.51.10Same rate: 35%

If bucket capacity is 7.6 m³ or larger

Larger bucket sizes shift to the next capacity subheading within the same front-end shovel loader category.

8704.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If classified primarily as a dump truck or off-highway tractor

Machines with integrated dump bodies or primarily tractor functions fall under motor vehicle headings instead of machinery.

8429.59.10Same rate: 35%

If not wheel-type but track-laying

Track-type shovel loaders are classified separately from wheel-type in the mechanical shovels subgroup.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify bucket capacity certification from manufacturer to confirm HTS fit; ensure EPA emissions compliance for diesel engines; obtain original equipment manufacturer (OEM) documentation to avoid misclassification as used equipment

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