Caterpillar 789D Mining Dump Truck

Ultra-class mining truck exported for contract haulage services at foreign copper mines. Used temporarily to transport ore from extraction sites, returned after mining contract completion. Qualifies under 9801.00.65 for contracting services in natural resource extraction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8704.10Same rate: 10%

If sold rather than returned after service

Permanent import as used vehicle classifies under Chapter 87 motor vehicles

8708.99.81Higher: 37.5% vs 10%

If imported as parts rather than complete unit

Disassembled equipment classifies differently from complete operational units

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide mining services contract and tonnage records; track operating hours abroad vs total life; ensure no foreign ownership transfer occurred during deployment

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