Off-Highway Radial Tire Assembly for Caterpillar Backhoe

Pre-assembled wheel and 23.5R25 radial tire designed specifically for Caterpillar 420F backhoe loaders of heading 8429. This assembly features heavy-duty steel rims compatible with construction machinery axles and deep tread for off-road traction. Classified under 8431.49.90.38 as a part solely for backhoes.

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.

8708.70.45Higher: 52.5% vs 35%

If adapted for on-road use

Wheel/tire assemblies with highway-legal tread patterns classify as road vehicle parts under Chapter 87 rather than construction machinery parts.

8431.49.90Same rate: 35%

If for wheeled excavators instead of backhoes

Parts principally for 8430 excavators fall under separate statistical suffix even within same machinery parts heading.

4011.70.00Same rate: 35%

If tires imported separately without wheel/rim

New pneumatic tires are classified by material/composition in Chapter 40 when not pre-assembled with machinery-specific rims.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm tire size and rim specifications match exact backhoe model; include manufacturer compatibility documentation; check for DOT marking requirements even on off-highway tires