Self-Propelled Rock Continuous Miner from Japan
A battery or diesel-powered continuous mining machine with a rotating cutting head for extracting ore and rock in underground tunnels. Classified under HTS 8430.31.0080 as other self-propelled tunneling and rock cutting machinery for mineral extraction. It gathers and loads material onto shuttle cars for transport.
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
• Obtain mining safety agency pre-approvals and include dust suppression system certifications in import filings
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden pallets for skids to prevent quarantine issues at ports