Self-Propelled Longwall Coal Plough from Japan
A tracked, self-propelled plough system used in longwall mining to shear coal along the face, powered by chain haulage. Falls under HTS 8430.31.0080 as other self-propelled coal cutting machinery. Integrates with armored face conveyors for continuous production.
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
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