Caterpillar 320D Hydraulic Excavator from Canada
The Caterpillar 320D is a self-propelled hydraulic excavator with a 360-degree revolving superstructure, equipped with a diesel engine and hydraulic arm for digging and loading operations. It falls under HTS 8429.52.50 as it is a mechanical shovel/excavator with full rotation, not classified as front-end shovel loaders. This machine is widely used in construction sites for earthmoving tasks.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Verify the machine's 360-degree revolving superstructure certification and engine specs for accurate classification under 8429.52.50
• Obtain OEM documentation proving it's not a front-end shovel loader to avoid misclassification into 8429.52.30
• Check EPA emissions compliance for diesel engines to prevent customs holds on environmental grounds