Mahindra 1626 Compact Utility Tractor from Japan
Mahindra 1626 has a 25.9 HP (19.3 kW but rated ≤18 kW tier) diesel engine for mowing, tilling, and snow removal on small acreages. It qualifies under HTS 8701.91.50.00 as other tractors ≤18 kW, not for 8709 uses, emphasizing hauling/pushing capabilities. Implements are not included in this classification.
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
• Document exact kW output with dyno test reports; use ISRI for valuation if dealer stock
• Pitfall: classifying garden machinery sets, which may go to 8433 if multi-function