John Deere 8R 280 Track-Laying Tractor

This new track-laying tractor from John Deere features a 280 horsepower engine with net power between 119.4 kW and 194 kW, designed primarily for agricultural hauling and pushing of loads like plows or harvesters. It falls under HTS 8701.30.10.45 as a new agricultural track-laying tractor in the specified power range, excluding any mounted interchangeable working tools which classify separately.

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.

8701.10.01.00Same rate: 35%

If wheeled instead of track-laying

Wheeled agricultural tractors fall under 8701.10, while track-laying types are in 8701.30 regardless of power.

8701.91Lower: 10% vs 35%

If used or with power over 194 kW

Used tractors or those exceeding 194 kW shift to other subheadings in 8701.91/8701.92 per statistical definitions.

8709.19.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If designed for non-agricultural use like construction

Tractors of heading 8709 are for off-road construction, not agricultural hauling as defined in chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify engine net power certification from manufacturer meets 119.4-194 kW range using ISO 25303 standards to avoid reclassification

Ensure 'new' status documentation proves no prior sale to end-user, as per statistical notes for HTS 8701

Separate any mounted implements for individual classification to prevent over-duty on the tractor