Backhoe Thumb Attachment from China
Mechanical or hydraulic thumb grapple for backhoes, used to grip logs, rocks, or debris during excavation with heading 8430 machinery. This attachment falls under HTS 8431.49.90.05 as a specialized backhoe mounting accessory. It features serrated edges for secure material retention.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Document weld quality certifications and load ratings to prevent reclassification as scrap metal under Chapter 72
• Specify backhoe model compatibility (e.g
• Caterpillar 420 series) in commercial invoices
• Beware of weight-based undervaluation; declare gross shipping weight accurately for duty calculation