8432.29.00.60 - Walk behind rotary tillers
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | Free |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 8432.29.00.60, specifically covers walk-behind rotary tillers. These are self-propelled machines designed for soil preparation, where the operator walks behind the tiller, guiding its movement and operation. Rotary tillers in this classification are characterized by rotating tines that break up, mix, and aerate the soil.
Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 8432.29.00.40 and 8432.29.00.80, is crucial for accurate classification. While 8432.29.00.40 pertains to cultivators that are drawn by or mounted onto a tractor, and 8432.29.00.80 encompasses other miscellaneous cultivators, weeders, and hoes not otherwise specified, 8432.29.00.60 is exclusively for those operated by a walking user and powered independently of a tractor. The key differentiator is the "walk-behind" operational mode and its self-propelled nature.
As a leaf node, this category does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification under 8432.29.00.60 relies on confirming that the item is indeed a rotary tiller operated by a walking user. Considerations for classification include the presence of powered rotating tines for soil cultivation and the absence of a tractor hitch or drawbar for external towing or mounting.