Caterpillar 797F Rear Dump Truck

The Caterpillar 797F is a massive off-highway rear dump truck engineered for hauling overburden in large-scale mining operations, with a payload capacity exceeding 90.7 metric tons. It features a robust diesel engine, advanced hydraulic dump system, and oversized tires for extreme terrain. Classified under HTS 8704.10.5050 as a dumper designed for off-highway use with rear dump configuration and ultra-high capacity.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8704.10.50Same rate: 25%

If front or side dump configuration

Only rear dump models fall in the .50.50 subheading; other dump styles use different statistical suffixes within 8704.10.

8708.29Higher: 27.5% vs 25%

If parts or components only, not complete vehicle

Separate chassis, dump bodies, or hydraulic systems classify as truck parts under 8708, not complete dumpers.

8429.51.10Higher: 35% vs 25%

If presented as interchangeable equipment for tractors without own propulsion

Chapter notes exclude tractor-mounted working tools; self-propelled dumpers stay in 8704.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify engine emissions meet U.S

EPA Tier 4 standards; non-compliant units may face detention or high penalties

Obtain original manufacturer certificates of origin and capacity specs to confirm >90.7MT payload for proper HTS classification

Budget for specialized heavy-lift transport and secure oversized load permits; common pitfall is underestimating customs bond requirements