Wirtgen SP 15i Slipform Concrete Paver from China
The Wirtgen SP 15i is a slipform paver designed specifically for laying concrete slabs in infrastructure projects like highways and airport runways. It spreads, levels, vibrates, and finishes concrete in one continuous pass, falling under HTS 8479.10.0040 as machinery for concrete paving operations in public works.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.0125%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]
Import Tips
• Verify machine specifications confirm concrete-specific features like slipform molds to avoid reclassification to general construction equipment
• Include detailed technical manuals and CE/ISO certifications in documentation to prove compliance with public works machinery standards
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on EU-origin pavers; declare exact model and serial numbers accurately