Komatsu WB97S-8 Backhoe Loader from Germany
Komatsu WB97S-8 is a wheeled backhoe loader with auto-leveling and 360-degree hydraulic rotation for efficient trenching. Classified in HTS 8429.52.10 as a backhoe with revolving superstructure, suited for mining and utility applications. Its robust design handles clamshell attachments optionally.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.2215%Section 232: derivative steel (c)(xi), product of AR/EC/SV/GT/JP/KR/LI/CH/TW/GB/EU — 15%
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document engine serial numbers and attachments list to avoid duties on optional dragline conversions
• Pre-certify noise and emission levels per ISO standards for smoother port entry