Lifthouse Funitel Dual-Cable System
A funitel with two load-bearing cables for high-wind stability, transporting passengers in chairs or cabins up ski mountains. This is a teleferic, covered by tariff item 8428.60.00 for teleferics and traction mechanisms for funiculars.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +15.0% | 15% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the funitel is used for material transport rather than passenger transport.
Other lifting machinery may apply if the primary function is freight handling.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the funitel as a teleferic, not a cable car, to ensure correct duty application
• Provide the CBSA with the dual-cable system's technical drawings
• Verify if the funitel requires special permits for high-wind installations
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