Caterpillar 305E2 CR Peat Digger from Japan
Self-propelled mini excavator with narrow tracks and peat harvesting bucket optimized for soft, wet peat fields, used in horticultural peat moss production. Classified under HTS 8430.50.10.00 due to its specific design for peat excavation.
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
• Include manufacturer documentation proving peat-specific modifications like extended undercarriage for bog operation
• Ensure hydraulic system specs meet US safety standards to prevent customs holds
• Declare fuel type accurately; biofuel-capable models may qualify for duty reductions