Volvo EC18E Peat Harvesting Excavator from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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