Freight Elevator Door Interlock Mechanism from Japan
Mechanical and electrical device ensuring elevator doors remain locked until the car is properly positioned at the landing. This part is exclusive to freight elevators of heading 8428, fitting HTS 8431.31.00. It prevents door opening during transit for safety.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) 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
• Provide test reports confirming compliance with EN 81 or ASME A17.1 standards
• Declare as 'elevator-specific' with OEM part numbers to prevent general hardware scrutiny