Hand-Guided Vibratory Rammer from Germany
A jump rammer or tamper used for compacting cohesive soils like clay in trench backfilling. Classified under HTS 8430.61.00.00 for non-self-propelled tamping machinery for earth.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide vibration frequency and compaction force specs in documentation
• Label clearly as for earth/soil use to distinguish from industrial compactors
• Avoid classifying walk-behind models with propulsion as self-propelled