Genie GS-3246 Electric Scissor Lift from Japan
The Genie GS-3246 is a self-propelled electric scissor lift designed for indoor and outdoor aerial work, reaching 26 ft platform height with a 32 in x 96 in platform. It falls under HTS 8427.20.80.20 as an aerial work platform specified in statistical note 4 to chapter 84, used in semiconductor manufacturing for safe elevated access during cleanroom maintenance and equipment installation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.2215%Derivative steel articles the product of Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, or a member nation of the European Union, as provided for in subdivision (c)(xi) 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
• Verify classification under statistical note 4 by providing manufacturer specs confirming semiconductor fab compatibility, such as cleanroom-grade materials and ESD-safe features
• Include detailed technical datasheets and end-user declarations for cleanroom use to avoid reclassification during CBP review