Backhoe Auger Drive Unit from Japan
Hydraulic auger drive attachment for backhoes of heading 8430, used for drilling post holes and foundation work. Classified in HTS 8431.49.90.05 as a backhoe-specific mounting attachment. Compatible with 12-36 inch auger bits.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.2215%Derivative steel articles the product of Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, or a member nation of the European Union, as provided for in subdivision (c)(xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include torque specifications (e.g
• 5000 ft-lbs) to confirm heavy-duty backhoe use
• Separate auger bits for classification under 8432.10 if not permanently attached