ADB Safegate Passport Tower Boarding Bridge

The ADB Safegate Passport Tower is a self-powered passenger boarding bridge with a fixed pedestal and rotatable head for aligning with aircraft doors at busy airport terminals. It supports nose-loader and over-wing configurations. HTS 8479.71.00.00 applies as airport-specific passenger boarding equipment.

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.

8431.31.00Same rate: 35%

If parts like drive wheels or leveling cylinders imported separately

Parts of airport-specific loading machinery fall under 8431.31 for boarding equipment.

8479.79.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If for non-telescopic fixed gangways

Other passenger boarding bridges not specified as airport-kind may use broader 8479.79.

8709.19.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If integrated with works truck chassis for mobile operation

Works trucks for airports classify under Chapter 87 if self-propelled on roads.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include OEM certification proving exclusive airport use to prevent reclassification

Prepare for customs inspection of electrical systems compliant with airport grounding standards

Avoid delays by pre-filing with CBP for large dimensional cargo requiring special handling