8431.49.90.50/Caterpillar D8 Dozer Track Link/Germany

Caterpillar D8 Dozer Track Link from Germany

A single track link component designed for the Caterpillar D8 bulldozer, featuring a forged steel chain link with integrated pin and bushing for continuous track systems. It falls under HTS 8431.49.90.50 as a part solely for machinery of heading 8426 (tower cranes) or 8430 (other moving, grading machinery), specifically classified as track links for heavy construction equipment. These links connect to form the endless track belt that provides traction on rough terrain.

Duty Rate — Germany → 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 of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Verify compatibility with specific machinery models via OEM part numbers to ensure classification as 'track links' under 8431.49.90.50 and avoid reclassification

• Provide engineering specs and photos showing track shoe mounting holes to customs for smooth clearance; common pitfall is mislabeling as general machinery parts

• Obtain certificates of steel origin for potential duty reductions under trade agreements like USMCA