Komatsu PC200-8 Excavator from Germany
The Komatsu PC200-8 is a mid-sized hydraulic excavator for construction, mining, and demolition tasks with advanced hydraulic systems for precise digging. Classified under HTS 8429.59.50 as 'other' self-propelled mechanical shovels/excavators, excluding track-laying or specific loader types. It fits due to its general-purpose earthmoving capabilities.
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
• Obtain manufacturer's declaration of conformity for HTS classification to prevent customs disputes
• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain Japanese excavators and prepare bond if applicable
• Ensure hydraulic fluid and cab components meet US safety standards to avoid entry refusals