Hitachi ZX200LC-5 Crawler Excavator from Germany
Hitachi ZX200LC-5 is a long-reach crawler excavator with 360-degree cab rotation and backhoe configuration for deep excavation. HTS 8429.52.1020 applies to this new, other crawler-mounted model with revolving superstructure. Used in utility installation and large-scale earthmoving.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Document hydraulic system specs and attachment compatibility to confirm excavator classification
• Ensure counterweight and boom configurations match declared model to avoid reclassification
• Comply with noise emission standards (EU Stage V or equivalent) for port clearance