Road Roller Compactor from Japan
A heavy vibratory or static road roller used to compact soil, asphalt, or gravel layers in road building and public works. Falls under HTS 8479.10.00 as essential building site compaction machinery with smooth or padfoot drums.
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
• Ensure vibration frequency specs are documented for safety compliance
• Use bills of lading specifying construction end-use to avoid agricultural roller misclassification
• Inspect for hydraulic leaks during customs to prevent holdups