Electric Ram Assembly with Polymer Cover

An electrically driven ram assembly protected by a durable polymer ram cover, optimized for commercial trash compactors in retail environments. Classified under HTS 8479.90.55.00 due to its incorporation of a ram cover essential for waste compaction machinery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽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.

8501.52Higher: 25% vs 17.5%

If imported primarily as an electric motor with ram attachment

AC motors over 750W with incidental ram features classify under Chapter 85 electric motors, not machine parts.

3926.90.99Higher: 22.8% vs 17.5%

If for the polymer cover sold separately

Plastic ram covers without ram assembly are other articles of plastics in Chapter 39.

8479.90.95Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If of machines not dedicated to trash compaction

Ram assemblies for balers or other waste machines use different 'other parts' provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label components clearly as 'for trash compactors' and include material safety data sheets for the polymer cover

Check for anti-friction coatings on the ram to ensure they meet FDA standards if used in food waste compactors

Bundle with installation manuals to demonstrate dedicated use and avoid reclassification as general machinery parts