John Deere 8R 270 Track-Laying Tractor from China
This new track-laying tractor from John Deere features a net engine power of 200 kW, designed primarily for hauling heavy loads and pushing equipment in agricultural and construction fields. It falls under HTS 8701.30.50.60 as a track-laying tractor other than those of heading 8709, with engine power between 194 kW and 257.4 kW.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Verify net engine power certification from manufacturer to confirm 194-257.4 kW range and 'new' status per statistical notes
• Obtain EPA or CARB emissions compliance documentation, as high-power diesel tractors require clean air act adherence
• Include detailed specifications on tracks and chassis to avoid misclassification as road vehicles under heading 8704