Komatsu D65EX-18 Motor Grader

The Komatsu D65EX-18 is a self-propelled motor grader for precise grading, leveling, and scraping of earth surfaces in road building. It qualifies for HTS 8430.50.50.00 as other self-propelled earth-moving 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.

8430.39Lower: 10% vs 35%

If non-self-propelled

Towed or pushed graders fall under other non-self-propelled machinery in 8430.

8429.40Lower: 10% vs 35%

If equipped with concrete-breaking jaws

Machinery specialized for breaking hard surfaces like concrete goes to 8429.40.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit moldboard specifications to verify grading function over excavation

Watch for Section 232 tariffs on steel-intensive earth-moving equipment

Document GPS guidance systems as optional tech, not core classification factor

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