John Deere Hay Tedder 603

The John Deere Hay Tedder 603 is a rotary tedder designed to spread and aerate cut hay or grass, promoting faster drying by flipping and fluffing the crop. It falls under HTS 8433.30.00.00 as machinery specifically used in the haymaking process for conditioning forage crops prior to baling.

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.

8433.20.00Same rate: 35%

If designed primarily for mowing grass or hay

Mowers, including sickle-bar or rotary mowers, are separately provided for in 8433.20, distinguishing them from tedders used post-mowing.

8701.91Lower: 10% vs 35%

If mounted on a tractor as a complete self-propelled unit

Tractors with integrated haymaking functions may classify under tractor headings rather than dedicated harvest machinery.

8436.80.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as replacement parts rather than complete machinery

Parts of harvest machinery fall under 8436 if not specified elsewhere, separating them from assembled machines.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify CE marking or equivalent safety certifications for agricultural machinery to meet U.S. import standards

Include detailed technical specs and operator manuals in documentation to confirm classification as haymaking equipment

Check for EPA compliance on emissions if the tedder has an engine, as agricultural imports often face environmental scrutiny