Marine Grade Stainless Lift Chain Grade 80 from Germany
Articulated weldless lift chain with 19 mm pitch, featuring more than 3 parts per pitch including links, pins, and load-bearing inserts, in stainless steel for corrosion resistance. Meets HTS 7315.12.0020 criteria for pitch <50 mm and multi-part pitch. Employed in marine hoists and overhead cranes.
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
• Certify Grade 80 proof load testing; include safety factor documentation for lift chain compliance
• Specify 'not for aircraft' to avoid aerospace duties; marine use keeps it in Chapter 73
• Watch for oversize classification if any dimension >16 mm, potentially shifting to bars/rods