Schindler 5500 Freight Elevator from Japan
The Schindler 5500 is a heavy-duty freight elevator designed for transporting goods, pallets, and industrial loads in warehouses and factories. Classified under HTS 8428.10.00.00 as a freight elevator other than continuous action, featuring robust doors and high load capacities up to 10,000 lbs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide load capacity certifications and door configurations to distinguish from passenger elevators
• Freight elevators often require seismic design documentation for earthquake-prone import markets