Kubota SL1205 Weed Cutter Hoe

The Kubota SL1205 is a tractor-mounted rotary hoe specialized for mechanical weed control in row crops, with adjustable blades for precise soil disruption around plants. Classified under HTS 8432.29.0080 as an 'other' hoe for agricultural weed control, distinct from manual tools.

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.

8432.21.00Same rate: 35%

If classified as a disc harrow variant

Disc-based soil working tools are specifically provided for earlier in the subheading.

8201.40.60Higher: 41.2% vs 35%

If manual hand-held version without mounting mechanism

Manual hoes and weeders shift to hand tools in Chapter 82, not powered machinery.

8433.59.00Same rate: 35%

If designed for harvesting operations

Weeders integral to crop harvesting may classify under mowing or harvesting machines.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label with maximum operating speed and blade material (e.g

high-carbon steel) for compliance with agricultural equipment regs

Provide soil type compatibility (e.g

for clay or loam) in invoices to support cultivation classification over generic machinery