Scaffolding Hoist from Japan
An electric or manual hoist system for raising materials and workers on scaffolding during building construction. Classified under HTS 8479.10.00 as machinery facilitating public works and elevated building tasks.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include load test certificates for safety validation
• Declare wire rope specs to meet strength standards
• Avoid set classification by importing rails separately