Percussion Earth Boring Hammer

Down-the-hole hammer using percussive blows to fracture and bore through overburden soils. Classified in HTS 8430.49.8050 as other boring machinery employing percussion method for earth.

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.

8430.49.40Same rate: 35%

If rock overburden drilling

Percussion hammers for hard rock in mining use mineral boring.

8467.19Lower: 10% vs 35%

If hand-held versions

Portable jackhammers under 30kg classify as pneumatic tools.

8431.43Lower: 10% vs 35%

If drill bits only

Percussion bits without hammer body are parts of boring machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify blow frequency, energy per blow, and bit shank type

Include air pressure requirements and compressor compatibility

Document bit rotation mechanism details

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