John Deere 261 Disc Plow

The John Deere 261 is a heavy-duty disc plow designed for agricultural soil preparation, featuring multiple concave discs mounted on a frame to till tough soils without clogging. It falls under HTS 8432.10.00.40 as a disc plow specifically for turning and breaking soil in farming operations. Ideal for tractors in the 80-120 HP range.

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.

8432.90.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as individual replacement discs or shanks without frame

Separate parts of plows are classified under the parts heading rather than complete disc plows.

8708.10.30Higher: 102.5% vs 35%

If designed for tractors under 3 liters displacement or specific body types

Some mounted agricultural implements may shift to Chapter 87 bumpers and parts if not purely soil preparation machinery.

8432.80.00Same rate: 35%

If multifunctional with fertilizer distribution capability

Machinery combining cultivation with fertilizing or seeding functions falls under cultivators and alternative soil prep provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify tractor hitch compatibility (e.g

Category II or III) and include technical specs in import documentation to confirm classification as agricultural machinery

Obtain USDA or APHIS clearance if residues from prior use could affect soil import rules; declare as clean equipment

Avoid misclassification as parts by importing fully assembled with frame and discs; provide user manual proving soil preparation function