John Deere 1890 No-Till Air Seeder from Japan
The John Deere 1890 is a no-till direct seeder designed for precise seed placement into undisturbed soil, featuring air-delivery systems for seeds and fertilizer. It falls under HTS 8432.31.00.90 as a no-till seeder for agricultural soil preparation and cultivation, minimizing soil disturbance while enabling direct seeding.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify compliance with USDA agricultural machinery standards and obtain any required phytosanitary certificates for seed-contacting parts
• Document exact no-till functionality in commercial invoices to avoid reclassification as general cultivators
• Check for EPA emissions compliance if equipped with diesel engines to prevent customs delays