Volvo EC18E Peat Harvesting Excavator

Ultra-compact self-propelled excavator tailored for peat harvesting operations, equipped with a clamshell bucket for efficient peat loading into transport vehicles. It qualifies for HTS 8430.50.10.00 as specialized self-propelled peat excavation machinery.

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.

8430.50Same rate: 35%

If classified as self-propelled boring machinery

Pile-drivers and similar boring equipment share the self-propelled subheading but exclude peat excavators.

8429.59.10Same rate: 35%

If for general self-propelled graders or scrapers

If primarily used for leveling peat fields rather than excavation, it shifts to 8429.59.

8474.10.00Same rate: 35%

If sold as complete peat processing plant machinery set

Machinery sets for sorting and mixing peat may fall under Chapter 84 for mixing machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide field test reports demonstrating peat bog performance to support classification

Label machine clearly with HTS-specific markings for customs inspection

Budget for potential reclassification fees if attachments suggest multi-use capability