Palletless Load Handler from Germany
Specialized self-propelled truck with adjustable clamps for handling palletless loads like appliance cartons and machinery. HTS 8427.20.80.90 as other self-propelled truck fitted with specialized handling equipment instead of forks. Used in finished goods distribution.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Detail clamp pressure specs and load gripping dimensions
• Include hydraulic system capacity documentation
• Demonstrate palletless handling capability vs. standard fork use