John Deere 8R Series Agricultural Tractor Gearbox from Japan
This gearbox is a heavy-duty transmission unit designed specifically for John Deere 8R series tractors used in agricultural operations like plowing and harvesting. It falls under HTS 8708.40.30.00 as a complete gear box for tractors suitable for agricultural use, matching the chapter definition of tractors for hauling or pushing loads in farming.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.1015%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.12, 9903.82.17 and 9903.85.68, derivative aluminum and steel articles with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 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 the gearbox is explicitly for agricultural tractors via manufacturer specs to avoid reclassification to general vehicle parts
• Include detailed invoices specifying model compatibility and agricultural end-use to support HTS 8708.40.30.00 claims
• Check for EPA or DOT markings if any electronic controls are integrated, as they may trigger additional regulations