Elevator Door Operator Gearbox

This gearbox is designed specifically for driving the door opening and closing mechanisms in passenger elevators of heading 8428. It provides the precise torque and speed control required for safe and reliable door operation. Classified under HTS 8431.31.00.60 as a part solely for use with non-continuous action elevators.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8483.50.90Higher: 37.8% vs 35%

If used in escalators or continuous action hoists

Parts for escalators fall under different subheading within 8431.31 for continuous action machinery.

8501.52.40.00Higher: 53.7% vs 35%

If classified primarily as an industrial AC motor rather than a dedicated gearbox

Material composition and principal function determine shift to Chapter 85 for electric motors over 75W.

8431.39.00Same rate: 35%

If for machinery of other headings in 8425-8430, like cranes

End use specificity changes from elevator-specific to general 8428 machinery parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify compatibility certification with specific elevator models from heading 8428; include detailed engineering drawings in documentation; avoid misclassification as general industrial gearboxes

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Passenger Elevator Ventilation Fan Housing

Custom enclosure for cabin ventilation fans in passenger elevators, directing airflow while reducing noise for heading 8428 systems. HTS 8431.31.00.60 as other parts.

Elevator Counterweight Guide Clamp

Clamps securing counterweight frame to guide rails in passenger elevator systems of heading 8428. Distributes load evenly. Other parts under HTS 8431.31.00.60.

Passenger Elevator Car Operating Panel

The car operating panel features buttons, displays, and indicators mounted inside the elevator cabin for passenger floor selection. It interfaces directly with the elevator control system of heading 8428 machinery. Falls under HTS 8431.31.00.60 as an other part principally for passenger elevators.

Elevator Safety Gear Brake Assembly

This assembly activates to grip guide rails and stop the elevator car during overspeed conditions in passenger elevators. It is a critical safety component engineered solely for heading 8428 elevator systems. Classified in HTS 8431.31.00.60 as other elevator parts.

Freight Elevator Guide Rail Bracket

Heavy-duty steel brackets that secure guide rails to the elevator shaft structure in freight elevators under heading 8428. They ensure precise alignment and load-bearing capacity for cargo transport. HTS 8431.31.00.60 covers these as other parts for non-continuous elevators.

Elevator Traction Machine Sheave

Precision-machined grooved pulley that grips ropes in gearless traction machines for passenger elevators of heading 8428. Essential for transmitting drive force while minimizing rope wear. Classified under HTS 8431.31.00.60 as other elevator parts.