Caterpillar 740B Off-Highway Dump Truck from China
The Caterpillar 740B is a rigid-frame articulated dump truck designed for off-highway use in mining and construction, featuring a large dump body for hauling overburden and aggregates. It falls under HTS 8704.10.50 as a dumper specialized for off-road operations, not suitable for public highways. Its high ground clearance and robust chassis distinguish it from on-road trucks.
Duty Rate — China → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.0125%Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [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
• Verify off-highway certification and obtain EPA emissions compliance for non-road engines to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed technical specs and manufacturer's declaration confirming dumper design for off-road hauling