Caterpillar 336F Hydraulic Excavator from Germany
The Caterpillar 336F is a new hydraulic excavator featuring a 360-degree revolving superstructure, designed for digging, trenching, and material handling in construction sites. It falls under HTS 8429.52.1030 as a hydraulic mechanical shovel/excavator with backhoe capabilities, meeting the criteria for self-propelled machinery with full rotation.
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
• Verify the machine's new condition with manufacturer certification and ensure 360° superstructure rotation is documented in technical specs
• Obtain EPA emissions compliance for diesel engines and prepare noise level declarations for customs clearance
• Avoid misclassification as used equipment by providing detailed build date and usage history documentation