Japanese Heavy Machinery
Export to United States
The United States is the world's largest construction equipment market. Japanese machinery brands — particularly Komatsu (the US market's #2 after Caterpillar), Hitachi, and Kobelco — are widely used across American construction, mining, and forestry operations. Ark Trading exports Japanese-sourced equipment at competitive prices well below US domestic used equipment rates.
🚢 12-30 days
Transit from Nagoya
📍 Long Beach / Tacoma / Newark
Port of Entry
✅ RoRo & Container
Shipping Methods
Shipping Information
RoRo and container service from Nagoya to US West Coast (Long Beach, Tacoma) in 12-16 days. East Coast (Newark, Savannah) in 25-30 days via Panama Canal or transpacific routes.
Import Regulations & Duties
- EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) emission standards compliance
- CBP (Customs and Border Protection) entry filing required
- Harmonized Tariff: 0-2.5% for most construction equipment
- Bond required for commercial imports
- ISF (Importer Security Filing) 24 hours before loading
Popular Equipment for United States
FAQ — Exporting to United States
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