Used Caterpillar 320D Hydraulic Excavator from Germany
A rebuilt Caterpillar 320D is a tracked hydraulic excavator designed for digging, trenching, and material handling in construction sites. It falls under HTS 8429.59.50.80 as a used or rebuilt mechanical shovel/excavator, distinguished from new models by its refurbished condition after prior use.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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 rebuild certification and hours of use via manufacturer logs to confirm 'used or rebuilt' status and avoid new classification
• Obtain detailed inspection reports on engine, hydraulics, and undercarriage to comply with CBP condition requirements
• Declare prior usage accurately; misclassification as new can lead to penalties up to 3x duties