Bitumen Drum Mixer from Japan
Rotary drum machine that mixes heated bitumen with mineral aggregates such as crushed stone in a continuous process for asphalt production. Classified under HTS 8474.32.00.00 due to its dedicated function for combining solid mineral substances with bitumen. Includes paddle agitators for uniform coating.
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
• Label equipment clearly as 'bitumen-mineral mixer' and provide flow diagrams showing aggregate-bitumen integration
• Obtain manufacturer's declaration confirming exclusion of cement or other non-bitumen binders