Continuous Miner for Coal from Japan
Self-propelled machine with cutting drums that extracts coal from seams in underground mines by continuously gathering and loading material. Falls under HTS 8430.39.00 for other coal cutters and tunneling machinery.
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
• Provide mining operation certifications to substantiate coal-specific classification
• Ensure compliance with MSHA safety standards for U.S. import clearance
• Declare accurate horsepower and cutting head details to prevent undervaluation