John Deere 3025E Compact Tractor from Mexico
The John Deere 3025E features a 1.6L diesel engine with 23.6 kW (32 HP) output, built for farm chores including loader work, hay baling, and light hauling. Classified under HTS 8701.92.50.00 for tractors (not 8709) with engine power over 18 kW but ≤37 kW. Working tools like front-end loaders are not included in this classification.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (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
• Obtain OEM engine spec sheet for kW confirmation; customs may test or audit power ratings
• Declare tractor without cab if applicable, as cab-fitted chassis shift to 8702-8704 per chapter notes
• Label as 'new' only if unsold by dealer; prior retail sale makes it 'used' for stats