Cuplock Scaffold Ledger from Germany
Horizontal steel brace with cuplock connections for cuplock scaffolding, providing structural support between standards. Hot-dip galvanized with blade ends for secure cup engagement. Classifies as scaffolding equipment in HTS 7308.40.00.00.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Photos of cuplock mechanism essential for distinguishing from generic steel tubes
• Confirm length standards (e.g
• 2.5m) match construction scaffold norms
• Avoid declaring as 'steel bars' which pulls higher duties under Chapter 72