Ponsse ScorpionKing Forwarder from Japan
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.
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
• Submit crane load charts and forestry certification to customs for duty verification
• Ensure EU/US safety harmonization docs; non-compliant cranes face detention