Rotary Tiller from Japan
A rotary tiller is agricultural machinery used for soil preparation by breaking up and aerating soil with rotating tines. It falls under HTS 8432.80.0080 as other machinery for soil preparation or cultivation in the agricultural category, distinct from seeders or harvesters.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify machinery complies with EPA emissions standards for engines if applicable
• Include detailed technical specs and user manuals in documentation for customs valuation
• Avoid misclassification as parts by importing fully assembled units