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Asphalt Road Paving Machine

A self-propelled machine equipped with a hopper, conveyor, and screed to lay and compact hot-mix asphalt for road surfaces. It falls under HTS 8479.10.00.80 as machinery for public works not specified elsewhere in Chapter 84, specifically for building road infrastructure.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8429.52Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If self-propelled and primarily for excavating or moving earth

Self-propelled machinery for moving earth or materials in public works shifts to heading 8429 for bulldozers and graders.

8479.89Lower: 15% vs 37.5%

If for general industrial use rather than public works or building

Non-public works machines with individual functions fall under the broader 'other' machinery in 8479.89.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify machine specifications match 'public works' use to avoid reclassification to construction equipment headings

• Include detailed technical drawings and end-use certificates to prove individual function for building projects