Caterpillar D8T Track-Type Tractor from Japan
The Caterpillar D8T is a new track-laying tractor with approximately 228 kW net engine power, built for pushing heavy blades and ripping rock in construction sites. Classified under HTS 8701.30.50.60 due to its track-laying design and power range for hauling or pushing loads.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Confirm 'new' status via manufacturer affidavit, as used tractors require different reporting under statistical notes
• Prepare undercarriage track specifications to distinguish from 8709 construction tractors
• Check for interchangeable equipment like rippers, which remain separately classified even if mounted