Hitachi ZX650LC-5 Excavator with Grading Blade from Japan
The Hitachi ZX650LC-5 features a self-propelled undercarriage with grading blade for earth leveling in addition to excavation. Classified in HTS 8430.50.50.00 when grading function predominates over digging.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide usage hour logs showing grading vs excavation time for proper duty assessment
• Label blade angle controls distinctly from excavator arm hydraulics
• Comply with EU Stage V or equivalent emissions for large self-propelled units