Caterpillar 420F2 Backhoe Loader from Japan
The Caterpillar 420F2 is a self-propelled backhoe loader with a 360-degree revolving superstructure, featuring a front bucket loader and rear backhoe arm for digging. It falls under HTS 8429.52.10 as a backhoe designed for excavation and material handling in construction sites. The machine's hydraulic-powered digging equipment and rotating cab classify it specifically as a backhoe within mechanical shovels and excavators.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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 360-degree revolving superstructure and backhoe configuration in technical specs to confirm HTS 8429.52.10 classification; provide OEM documentation
• Ensure compliance with EPA emissions standards for the diesel engine and include certificates for customs clearance to avoid delays