Caterpillar 950 GC Wheel Loader
The Caterpillar 950 GC is a self-propelled front-end shovel loader designed for loading, digging, and material handling in construction and mining. It features a front-mounted bucket and hydraulic arms, classifying under HTS 8429.51.50 as 'other' front-end shovel loaders not specified elsewhere. This robust machine excels in quarries and large-scale earthmoving projects.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If track-laying (crawler-type)
Crawler-mounted front-end shovel loaders shift to 8429.52 due to the track-laying mechanism distinguishing them from wheel-based models.
If primarily for agricultural or forestry use
Loaders designed mainly for farm or logging operations are classified under dumpers/trucks in Chapter 87 rather than construction machinery.
If imported as a set with specialized attachments for boring or piling
When sold as a complete set for earth boring or pile-driving, it falls under other moving, grading, or excavating machinery in 8430.
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Import Tips & Compliance
โข Verify engine emissions compliance with EPA or local standards; provide emission certificates to avoid delays
โข Include detailed technical specs and operator manuals in documentation to confirm classification as a front-end loader
โข Check for attachments like buckets or forks, as they may require separate HTS classification if imported disassembled
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