Bartholet Platter Lift Traction System from Germany
Bartholet button platter lift where passengers hold detachable discs on a cable for surface uphill travel. Classified as a ski dragline under HTS 8428.60.00.00 due to its traction mechanism for funicular-style snow transport. Popular for rental operations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.1015%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.12, 9903.82.17 and 9903.85.68, derivative aluminum and steel articles with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent, as provided for in subdivision (f) 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
• Certify grip release mechanisms meet ANSI B77.1 standards
• Provide corrosion resistance specs for cable in humid environments
• Common issue: Incomplete assembly instructions delaying installation approval