New Caterpillar 320 Excavator from Japan
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 — 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 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