John Deere 544L Wheel Loader from Canada
The John Deere 544L features a 105 kW engine in a new front-end shovel loader configuration for aggregate handling and excavation. Classified under HTS 8429.51.50.40 due to its power rating of 93.2-119.3 kW and self-propelled mechanical shovel loader design. Ideal for construction and mining applications requiring versatile loading.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (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
• Provide ISO 14396 power test certification to validate kW rating during customs exam
• Check for G.O.W. (gross operating weight) declarations to distinguish from heavier models
• Avoid pitfalls by ensuring no agricultural modifications that could shift to different headings