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+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8429.40Lower: 10% vs 35%

If primarily a tamping machine

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

8431.49Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported as bare chassis or major parts

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

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Import Tips & Compliance

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

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