Komatsu WA270-8 Wheel Loader from Japan
The Komatsu WA270-8 is a new front-end loader with 88 kW power, optimized for quarrying and loading operations with advanced hydraulics. It matches HTS 8429.51.50.30 as a new self-propelled mechanical shovel loader in the specified power band.
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 already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain manufacturer's declaration of conformity for power rating and new status
• Prepare for noise and vibration compliance testing reports as required for heavy machinery
• Avoid reclassification by documenting it's not a road roller or grader under adjacent headings