John Deere 210K Compact Excavator from China
The John Deere 210K is a compact zero-tail-swing excavator ideal for tight urban construction sites and landscaping. It is classified in HTS 8429.59.50 as an 'other' self-propelled excavator, not fitting track-laying or wheel-specific subheadings. Its design emphasizes maneuverability in confined spaces.
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
• Label equipment with country of origin and serial numbers for traceability during customs inspection
• Prepare bills of lading specifying 'self-propelled excavator' to match HTS description accurately
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; provide cost breakdowns including attachments if bundled