Of escalators
Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the machinery of headings 8425 to 8430: > Of machinery of heading 8428: > Of passenger or freight elevators other than continuous action, skip hoists or escalators > Of escalators
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Products classified under HTS 8431.31.00.40
Escalator Brake Control Module
Electronic-hydraulic unit controlling emergency and service braking systems on escalators. Principal safety part under HTS 8431.31.0040 for heading 8428 escalators.
Escalator Landing Plate
Heavy-duty platform plates at escalator top/bottom forming transition to building floor. Load-bearing structural parts classified HTS 8431.31.0040.
Escalator Step Riser
Contoured plate forming back edge of each escalator step, housing demarcation lights and safety features. Integral step component classified under HTS 8431.31.0040.
Escalator Step Chain
Heavy-duty roller chain assembly that connects and drives the individual steps of an escalator, ensuring smooth vertical movement. Classified under HTS 8431.31.0040 as a principal part specific to escalators of heading 8428. Essential for transmitting power from the drive system to the step train.
Escalator Step Roller Assembly
Precision-engineered rollers mounted on escalator steps that roll along the track for quiet, low-friction operation. HTS 8431.31.0040 covers these as principal components unique to escalator step mechanisms in heading 8428.
Escalator Balustrade Chain
Specialized chain drive system that moves the escalator handrail (balustrade) in synchronization with the steps. Falls under HTS 8431.31.0040 as an escalator-specific part of heading 8428 machinery.
Escalator Tension Carriage Assembly
Adjustable carriage mechanism that maintains proper tension on both step and balustrade chains during operation. Classified in HTS 8431.31.0040 for its principal role in escalator functionality under heading 8428.
Escalator Step Demarcation Light
LED lighting units embedded in riser plates between escalator steps for passenger safety and visibility. HTS 8431.31.0040 includes these safety-specific electrical components as principal escalator parts.
Escalator Truss Section Panel
Structural steel panels forming the escalator truss framework that supports steps and machinery. Principal structural part classified under HTS 8431.31.0040 for escalators of heading 8428.
Escalator Comb Plate Assembly
Tooth-like metal plates at escalator landings that mesh with step treads for safe passenger entry/exit. HTS 8431.31.0040 specifically covers these safety-critical landing components.
Escalator Drive Sprocket Wheel
Toothed steel sprocket that engages step chains at the drive station to propel escalator movement. Principal power transmission part under HTS 8431.31.0040 for heading 8428 escalators.
Escalator Handrail Entry Device
Guide mechanism at landing that initiates smooth balustrade movement and prevents derailment. Classified as HTS 8431.31.0040 escalator part due to handrail synchronization function.
Escalator Skirt Panel Assembly
Brush-lined panels along step sides preventing entrapment hazards and guiding passenger flow. Safety enclosure part under HTS 8431.31.0040 specific to escalator design.
Escalator Return Chain Guide
Precision track sections guiding step chains through the return (non-visible) portion of escalator loop. HTS 8431.31.0040 part essential for maintaining step alignment.