Jetway Model 25 Passenger Boarding Bridge

The Jetway Model 25 is a telescoping passenger boarding bridge designed for airport gates to connect terminals to aircraft. It features hydraulic elevation adjustments and a movable tunnel for safe passenger transfer. Classified under HTS 8479.71.00.00 as it is specifically of a kind used in airports for boarding.

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.

8428.90.03Same rate: 35%

If classified primarily as a lifting or elevating platform

Other lifting/handling/loading machinery not exclusively for airports falls under 8428.

7308.90.95Same rate: 35%

If imported as structural steel components without mechanical functions

Basic metal structures for transport/airport use go to Chapter 73 if lacking individual functions.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If for similar machines not specified for airport passenger boarding

Other machines with individual functions are in 8479.89 unless specified for airport boarding.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify compliance with FAA and ICAO standards for airport infrastructure equipment

Include detailed technical specs and installation manuals in documentation to avoid misclassification