Kubota SB1088 Side-Discharge Snow Blower Attachment from Japan
Kubota's SB1088 is a tractor front-mount snowblower with 88-inch width and side-discharge chute for heavy snow clearing. It fits HTS 8430.20.00.30 as an attachment-type snowblower for mineral/earth/snow handling per chapter notes. Designed exclusively for mounting on Kubota BX series tractors.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include hydraulic compatibility specs and pressure ratings in import docs to confirm machinery function
• Avoid common error of classifying under 8431 if chute is detachable—full assembly qualifies as attachment
• Require proof of snowblower-specific design (e.g
• impeller speed) to prevent reclassification as general grader