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Self-Propelled Cable Crane for Construction Sites from Japan

A tire-mounted, self-propelled crane with cable rigging for lifting construction materials like steel beams on building sites. Classified under HTS 8426.41.00.10 due to its cable-operated mechanism and mobility on tires for construction applications. It differs from fixed or rail cranes by its portable, self-driven design.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document cable winch systems and tire specs clearly to distinguish from hydraulic models under different subheadings

• Obtain ISO 9001 certification for manufacturing quality to streamline customs valuation for high-value cranes

• Watch for anti-dumping duties on construction cranes from certain origins; check USTR lists pre-import