John Deere 544L Wheel Loader from China
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 — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
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