John Deere 310SL Backhoe Loader from China
The John Deere 310SL is a new wheeled backhoe loader featuring a loader bucket upfront and a hydraulically operated backhoe for trenching and excavation. Classified under HTS 8429.59.10.60 as a new shovel loader/backhoe used in construction and utility work.
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
• Ensure loader capacity and backhoe dig depth specs are documented to confirm classification as a backhoe loader
• Comply with OSHA safety standards labeling for operator platforms and hydraulics
• Avoid pitfalls by declaring exact model year to prove 'new' status and prevent duty upgrades