Leitner-Poma Detachable Chairlift from Germany
High-speed detachable chairlift by Leitner-Poma, where chairs detach from the high-speed cable at stations for slower loading/unloading of passengers. Classified under HTS 8428.60.00.00 as a chair lift for ski dragline applications in winter sports facilities. Includes advanced tensioning systems for reliable slope transport.
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
• Obtain ISO 4376 certification for ropeway safety and include load test reports in entry docs
• Partner with certified installers to meet local building codes
• Pitfall: Incomplete electrical schematics causing holds at customs