Trenchless Pipe Burster

Pneumatic or hydraulic machine that bursts old pipes to install new ones underground without digging trenches, used in public utility rehabilitation. Falls under HTS 8479.10.00.80 as other public works machinery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8430.49.80Same rate: 35%

If other boring or sinking machinery for drilling

Drilling-focused public works equipment moves to heading 8430.

8419.89.95Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If primarily a pneumatic tool without mechanical forming function

Pure pneumatic machinery for industrial use falls under Chapter 84 heading 8419.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include video demos or specs proving trenchless operation for customs review

Declare hydrostatic test pressures to meet safety import standards