Tadano ATF 180G-5 All-Terrain Crane from Mexico
The Tadano ATF 180G-5 is a 5-axle all-terrain mobile crane capable of 180 metric ton lifts, used in construction and industrial lifting. It qualifies under HTS 8705.10.0050 for other mobile cranes on self-propelled chassis. Chapter notes confirm classification even with subsidiary transport features.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document axle configuration and off-road capabilities to differentiate from truck cranes
• Secure crane-specific import permits and OSHA-equivalent certifications
• Pitfall: Incorrect GVW reporting leading to truck chassis classification