New Caterpillar 320 Excavator from China
The Caterpillar 320 is a new hydraulic excavator featuring a 360-degree revolving superstructure, designed for digging, trenching, and material handling in construction sites. It falls under HTS 8429.52.5010 as new machinery with a full revolving superstructure classified as a mechanical shovel or excavator. This code specifically covers self-propelled models used in earthmoving operations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Verify the machine is classified as 'new' with original manufacturer documentation to avoid used machinery rates under 8429.52.5080
• Ensure EPA emissions compliance certification for diesel engines to prevent customs holds at U.S. ports
• Provide detailed technical specs confirming 360° revolving superstructure to distinguish from fixed models