John Deere 210K Hydraulic Excavator from Germany
The John Deere 210K is a new hydraulic excavator with 360-degree upper structure rotation, used for excavation in landscaping and roadwork. It qualifies for HTS 8429.52.1030 as a self-propelled backhoe-style mechanical shovel powered entirely by hydraulic systems.
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
• Provide operator cab safety certifications and ROPS/FOPS standards compliance documentation
• Declare exact model and serial number to prevent disputes over new vs. refurbished status
• Watch for valuation pitfalls—separate optional attachments like hammers from base machine value