8429.51.10 - Wheel-type

This category encompasses wheel-type mechanical shovels and shovel loaders, commonly known as front-end loaders. These machines are designed for excavating, loading, and transporting loose materials such as earth, gravel, or construction debris. Their defining characteristic is the use of wheels for mobility, enabling them to operate on various surfaces and travel between work sites.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 8429.51.50 "Other," is crucial. While 8429.51.10 specifically pertains to wheel-type configurations, the "Other" designation would likely include similar excavating and loading machinery that does not meet the wheel-type criterion, such as track-type or other specialized configurations. The selection of this code hinges on the presence of wheels as the primary means of locomotion.

Within this wheel-type front-end shovel loader classification, further subcategories exist to differentiate based on the condition of the machinery. The subdivision 8429.51.10.65 specifically addresses "Used or rebuilt" machines. This distinction is vital for accurate tariff application, as the duty rates or import regulations may differ based on whether the equipment is new or has undergone previous use and refurbishment.