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Geotextile Placement Machine

Tracked machine that unrolls and tensions geotextile fabrics for soil stabilization in road and embankment public works. HTS 8479.10.00.80 covers this specialized building equipment.

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.

8432.80.00Same rate: 37.5%

If agricultural soil preparation equipment

Farm-use machinery for soil working goes to heading 8432.

8428.90.03Higher: 40% vs 37.5%

If other lifting/handling for materials

General material handlers in public works may classify under 8428.

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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

• Specify fabric width capacity to confirm function

• Tension system calibration records aid classification

• Avoid bulk packaging claims; it's finished machinery