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New Hitachi ZX225USLC Compact Excavator

The Hitachi ZX225USLC is a new short-tail-swing compact excavator for tight job sites, used in excavation and utility installation. Classified in HTS 8429.59.5060 as a new other excavator for general construction, not semiconductor processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+25.0%25%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8429.40Lower: 12.5% vs 50%

If primarily a tamping machine

Tamping functions dominate classification over excavating if that's the main purpose.

8431.49Lower: 12.5% vs 50%

If imported as bare chassis or major parts

Unassembled or parts-only shipments are classified as excavator components.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm engine serial numbers match import docs for anti-fraud compliance

• Consider containerized shipping to protect from weather and qualify for lower freight rates

• Review quotas if importing from high-volume countries like Japan or South Korea