Ohaus Defender 5000 Digital Floor Scale from Germany
A rugged digital electronic floor scale with a maximum capacity of 1,000 kg, designed for industrial weighing of pallets and heavy goods. It falls under HTS 8423.82.0010 as it is digital electronic weighing machinery with capacity between 30 kg and 5,000 kg, used in warehouses and manufacturing. Features include stainless steel platform and IP68 rating for harsh environments.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify maximum capacity certification does not exceed 5,000 kg to avoid reclassification to higher capacity codes
• Include calibration certificates and user manuals as they demonstrate compliance with NIST Handbook 44 standards
• Label as 'digital electronic weighing machinery' to prevent misclassification as mechanical scales under 8423.81