Portable Trailer-Mounted Water Well Driller

Compact trailer-based drilling machine with direct rotary drive for shallow water wells in agricultural or rural settings. Fits HTS 8430.49.8040 as other boring machinery dedicated to water well drilling operations. Lightweight design allows easy towing to remote locations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8430.49.40.00Same rate: 35%

If uses percussion drilling method

Percussion-based water well drillers specifically go to 8430.49.4040 due to impact boring technology distinction.

8430.69.01.00Same rate: 35%

If for core sampling or geological survey drilling

Other boring/extracting machines not for production water wells classified here if primary for sample extraction.

8716.39.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as trailer with detachable drilling unit

Trailers for special purposes like drilling separate from machinery, falling under Chapter 87 if not integral.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document trailer GVWR and drilling depth capacity separately; ensure no mineral exploration features to prevent reclass to 8430.49.8080; label clearly as 'water well only' equipment

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