Vibratory Plate Compactor from Japan
A walk-behind or ride-on machine with a vibrating plate for compacting soil and asphalt in small building areas. HTS 8479.10.00 covers this public works compaction equipment for trenches and foundations.
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
• Note vibration amplitude in specs to confirm machinery type
• Package engines separately if over certain horsepower to reduce duties
• Ensure hand-arm vibration compliance labels