Hydraulic Cylinder for Excavator Arm from Canada
This hydraulic cylinder is designed specifically for the boom or dipper arm of hydraulic excavators classified under heading 8429. It provides the linear force necessary for lifting and digging operations in construction and earthmoving tasks. Falls under HTS 8431.49.9041 as a part solely for machinery of heading 8429.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (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
• Verify compatibility with specific excavator models from manufacturers like Caterpillar or Komatsu to ensure 'solely or principally' use under 8431
• Obtain manufacturer's declaration confirming the part is for heading 8429 machinery to avoid misclassification as general machinery parts
• Check for hydraulic fluid compatibility certifications to prevent customs holds on safety grounds