John Deere Agricultural Tractor Muffler from China
This stainless steel muffler is designed specifically for John Deere tractors used in agricultural applications, reducing engine noise and emissions while directing exhaust gases away from the operator. It falls under HTS 8708.92.10.00 as a muffler for tractors suitable for agricultural use, per Chapter 87 notes defining tractors for hauling or pushing loads in farming.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify the tractor model is classified under 8701 as agricultural to justify this subheading; provide manufacturer specs if audited
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'for agricultural tractors' to prevent reclassification to general vehicle parts
• Ensure compliance with EPA emissions standards; common pitfall is importing without noise reduction certification