8701.93.10.00 - Suitable for agricultural use 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | Free |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 8701.93.10.00, specifically classifies tractors designed for agricultural use that are not covered by heading 8709. These are "other" tractors, meaning they are not self-propelled, track-laying, or pedestrian-controlled. The defining characteristic here is their engine power, which must exceed 37 kilowatts but not surpass 75 kilowatts. The "Suitable for agricultural use" designation signifies that the design and features of these tractors are intended for farming operations, such as plowing, tilling, harvesting, or towing agricultural implements.
This classification is distinct from its sibling category, 8701.93.50.00, which is also for "other" tractors with an engine power between 37 kW and 75 kW. The difference lies in the specific designation; while 8701.93.10.00 is explicitly for those "Suitable for agricultural use," the sibling category covers all other tractors within this power range that do not meet the agricultural suitability criteria. Therefore, a tractor of the same engine power could fall into either category depending on its intended application and design features.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS classification system, there are no further subdivisions under 8701.93.10.00. Classification at this level relies on meeting all preceding criteria: being a tractor (other than those of heading 8709), falling into the "other" category (not self-propelled, track-laying, or pedestrian-controlled), having an engine power exceeding 37 kW but not exceeding 75 kW, and being suitable for agricultural use. Importers and exporters must carefully verify these attributes to ensure correct classification and compliance.