John Deere 484 Snowblower from Japan
A compact walk-behind two-stage snowblower designed for residential driveways and sidewalks, featuring an 18-inch clearing width and gas-powered engine. It falls under HTS 8430.20.00.90 as 'other' snowblowers, distinct from truck-mounted or larger commercial models. This classification applies to standalone snow removal machines not specified elsewhere in the snowblower subheading.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify engine emissions compliance with EPA standards for importation; include detailed specifications on clearing width and power source in documentation
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as a toy or garden tool—ensure it's presented as earth-moving machinery