Forestry machinery
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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Products classified under HTS 8436.80.00.20
John Deere 843L II Wheeled Feller Buncher
A wheeled forestry machine designed for felling trees in softwood and hardwood stands, equipped with a saw head for cutting and bunching logs. It falls under HTS 8436.80.00.20 as specialized forestry machinery for tree harvesting operations. The robust chassis and hydraulic systems enable efficient operation in forested terrain.
Caterpillar 538 Grapple Skidder
A rubber-tired skidder with grapple arms for dragging felled trees from harvest sites to loading areas in forestry operations. Classified under HTS 8436.80.00.20 as forestry machinery due to its specialized grappling mechanism for log skidding. It features winch systems for steep terrain extraction.
Ponsse ScorpionKing Forwarder
A purpose-built forestry forwarder with crane and load bunk for transporting cut logs from stump to roadside. It qualifies for HTS 8436.80.00.20 as forestry machinery optimized for log handling and terrain navigation. Eight-wheeled design ensures stability with heavy loads.
Komatsu 875E Harvester
A track-mounted harvester with delimbing saw and measuring system for processing standing trees into logs on-site. Falls under HTS 8436.80.00.20 for its dedicated forestry harvesting functions. Processor head optimizes fiber yield in timber production.
Tigercat LX830C Feller Buncher
Level-boom feller buncher for cutting and stacking trees in dense forest stands, with saw or shear head options. Classified in HTS 8436.80.00.20 as essential forestry machinery for bunching operations. Carrier design supports heavy-duty continuous felling.
Valmet 882 Forwarder Crane
High-reach loader crane specifically for forestry forwarders, with grapple rotator for log loading. Under HTS 8436.80.00.20 as integral forestry machinery component, though often imported assembled. Capacity handles full bunk loads efficiently.
Franklin Tree Cutter Attachment
Heavy-duty tree shear attachment for skid steers used in forestry clearing operations. Qualifies under HTS 8436.80.00.20 when specified for forestry tree cutting, distinguishing from general excavator tools. Blades cut trees up to 24 inches diameter.
Prentice PF24B Log Loader
Knuckleboom loader with continuous rotation for stationary log sorting at forest landings. Falls under HTS 8436.80.00.20 as forestry machinery for wood handling post-harvest. 360-degree capability optimizes loading trucks.
Stihl Forestry Tiller
PTO-driven tiller for soil preparation in forest regeneration sites after harvesting. Classified HTS 8436.80.00.20 for specialized forestry soil working machinery. Breaks up root mats for replanting.
Log Max 7000C Harvester Head
Single-grip harvester head with felling saw, delimb knives, and buck saw for tree processing. Under HTS 8436.80.00.20 as forestry processing attachment when paired with carrier. Measures and cuts logs to length automatically.