New Komatsu PC200-8 Hydraulic Excavator
The Komatsu PC200-8 is a new track-mounted excavator featuring a 360° revolving superstructure and backhoe arm for digging trenches and foundations. Classified under HTS 8429.52.1040 as new 'other' backhoes with revolving superstructure, it is used in construction and mining for material handling.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If when fitted with dragline or clamshell attachments for specialized grabbing operations
Specific attachment types like draglines shift to the clamshell/dragline subheading.
If imported as other earthmoving machinery not fitting shovel/excavator definitions
Machinery like pile drivers or compactors without revolving superstructure goes to Chapter 84 heading 8430.
If for used or refurbished units rather than brand new machinery
Used excavators are classified separately from new equipment in the tariff schedule.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide detailed technical specs confirming 360° rotation and hydraulic operation to support classification
• Include noise emission test reports as required for EU/USEPA standards on heavy construction equipment
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'parts' - complete new units must use the finished machinery heading
Related Products under HTS 8429.52.10.40
New Caterpillar 320D2 GC Excavator
The Caterpillar 320D2 GC is a new self-propelled hydraulic excavator with a 360-degree revolving superstructure, equipped with a backhoe attachment for digging and excavation tasks. It falls under HTS 8429.52.1040 as new 'other' machinery in the category of backhoes, shovels, clamshells, and draglines. This classification applies to construction-grade excavators designed for earthmoving operations.
New John Deere 210L Backhoe Loader
The John Deere 210L is a new self-propelled backhoe loader with 360-degree revolving superstructure for excavating and loading operations. It qualifies for HTS 8429.52.1040 as a new backhoe in the mechanical shovels/excavators category, ideal for utility and landscaping work.
New Hitachi ZX225USLC-6 Mini Excavator
The Hitachi ZX225USLC-6 is a new compact excavator with 360° revolving superstructure and backhoe for tight-space digging in urban construction. Under HTS 8429.52.1040, it is categorized as new 'other' revolving backhoes/shovels for earthmoving.
New Volvo EC210E Excavator
The Volvo EC210E features a new 360-degree revolving superstructure with backhoe attachment for heavy-duty excavation in mining and quarrying. HTS 8429.52.1040 covers this as new 'other' mechanical shovels/excavators with revolving superstructure.