John Deere 210K Compact Excavator from Germany
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 — 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
• 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