Caterpillar DE500S Diesel Generator Set from Mexico
A 500 kVA diesel generator set powered by a compression-ignition Caterpillar engine, designed for standby power in commercial buildings. It falls under HTS 8502.13.0020 because it exceeds 375 kVA but does not exceed 1,000 kVA output capacity with a diesel piston engine. Commonly used for emergency backup during power outages.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify engine EPA Tier certification for US emissions compliance; obtain noise level test reports for local permits; declare exact kVA rating on commercial invoice to avoid misclassification