Caterpillar Challenger 895 Track Tractor from Mexico
The Caterpillar Challenger 895 is a new track-laying tractor with over 500 hp (373 kW net power), optimized for agricultural operations such as heavy pulling and deep tillage. Classified in HTS 8701.30.10.75 due to its track design, agricultural suitability, and engine power above 257.4 kW threshold. It excels in row-crop farming with advanced hydraulics for implements.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.1015%Section 232: ag equipment + residential HVAC, MFN<15% — 15% ceiling (Annex III addition)
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document track-laying construction and ag-specific features to distinguish from industrial models
• Obtain manufacturer's net engine power statement for customs verification