Caterpillar D8T Crawler Tractor from Germany
A new track-laying dozer tractor with a C15 ACERT engine delivering 169.5 kW net power, built for pushing earth and heavy materials in construction sites. Classified under HTS 8701.30.5045 for new track-laying tractors in the specified power range, distinct from 8709 farm tractors.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.2215%Derivative steel articles the product of Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, or a member nation of the European Union, as provided for in subdivision (c)(xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide detailed engine specs and power certification to customs for power band verification
• Confirm track type (steel vs rubber) as it affects subheading within 8701
• Prepare for potential USDA or DOT inspections if marketed for mixed ag/construction use