HTS 8429.52.10 · Machinery and tools
Import duty on excavators by country
U.S. import duty on excavators (HTS 8429.52.10) ranges from 15% from Germany to 50% from China for entries on November 3, 2026. The base (MFN) rate is Free; the difference comes from country-specific Chapter 99 tariffs such as Section 301 and Section 232.
Rates from the 2026 HTS Revision 22, effective October 30, 2026. Source: U.S. International Trade Commission, checked November 3, 2026.
| Country of origin | Total duty | Additional tariffs (Chapter 99) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| China | 50% | Section 232 — steel, aluminum and copper 25% (9903.82.09) · Section 301 — China (Lists 1–4A) 25% (9903.88.01) | Details → |
| Mexico | 25% | Section 232 — steel, aluminum and copper 25% (9903.82.09) | Details → |
| Vietnam | 25% | Section 232 — steel, aluminum and copper 25% (9903.82.09) | Details → |
| Canada | 25% | Section 232 — steel, aluminum and copper 25% (9903.82.09) | Details → |
| Germany | 15% | Section 232 — steel, aluminum and copper 15% in lieu (9903.82.22) | Details → |
| Japan | 15% | Section 232 — steel, aluminum and copper 15% in lieu (9903.82.22) | Details → |
| South Korea | 15% | Section 232 — steel, aluminum and copper 15% in lieu (9903.82.22) | Details → |
| Taiwan | 15% | Section 232 — steel, aluminum and copper 15% in lieu (9903.82.22) | Details → |
| India | 25% | Section 232 — steel, aluminum and copper 25% (9903.82.09) | Details → |
| Italy | 15% | Section 232 — steel, aluminum and copper 15% in lieu (9903.82.22) | Details → |
Total duty as a share of customs value, before the Merchandise Processing and Harbor Maintenance fees. Computed on HTS 8429.52.10.10. Estimates only.