Toyota 8FGCU25 Electric Counterbalanced Forklift

The Toyota 8FGCU25 is a self-propelled electric forklift truck with a 5,000 lb lifting capacity, powered by an electric motor for indoor warehouse use. It features a counterbalanced design with lifting forks for pallet handling and falls under HTS 8427.10.80 as an other self-propelled electric truck not specifically enumerated elsewhere. This classification applies to standard electric fork-lifts used in material handling.

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.

8427.20.80Same rate: 35%

If powered by internal combustion engine

Diesel or gasoline forklifts shift to the non-electric self-propelled category, changing the heading based on power source.

8428.90.03Same rate: 35%

If designed as a pallet truck without full mast elevation

Low-lift pallet trucks with limited handling height classify under other lifting trucks rather than full fork-lifts.

8709.11.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If classified as works truck for construction sites exceeding standard warehouse specs

Heavy-duty electric works trucks for off-road or construction use may fall under Chapter 87 vehicles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify electric motor specifications and EPA/CARB emissions compliance for customs clearance, as electric forklifts must meet U.S. safety standards

Provide detailed technical specs including lift capacity and battery type to avoid misclassification as non-self-propelled equipment