Multi-Directional Forklift from Japan
A versatile self-propelled truck with 360-degree rotating forks and all-wheel steering for handling long loads in narrow corridors. Falls under HTS 8427.20.80.90 as other specialized self-propelled trucks with advanced handling equipment. Used for timber, steel, and mold handling in manufacturing.
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
• Include rotation speed specs and steering geometry diagrams for customs review
• Specify maximum load length accommodation to justify specialized design
• Provide hydraulic system pressure ratings for lifting verification