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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8429.52.10Same rate: 35%

If when fitted with dragline or clamshell attachments for specialized grabbing operations

Specific attachment types like draglines shift to the clamshell/dragline subheading.

8430.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

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.

8429.59Lower: 10% vs 35%

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