Electric Automated Scissor Lift AGV

A self-propelled, electric-powered automated guided vehicle designed as an aerial work platform for semiconductor manufacturing cleanrooms. It uses scissor mechanisms to elevate workers or equipment for maintenance tasks on wafer processing tools, fitting HTS 8427.10.80.40 as an AGV aerial work platform per statistical note 4 for semiconductor environments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8428.90.03Same rate: 35%

If not fully automated or lacks AGV guidance

Non-AGV self-propelled lifting equipment falls under other elevating platforms, outside semiconductor-specific AGV provisions.

8709.11.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If classified as industrial assembly vehicle rather than work truck

Vehicles primarily for transporting goods in works trucks may shift to Chapter 87 if not emphasizing lifting for aerial work.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If treated as semiconductor manufacturing machine component

Integral parts of wafer processing equipment can classify under Chapter 84 machines rather than standalone work trucks.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify AGV automation features and cleanroom compatibility certifications to confirm classification under statistical note 4

Include semiconductor end-use documentation to avoid reclassification as general forklifts

Ensure ESD-safe materials and electric motor specs are detailed in invoices to prevent customs disputes