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Aluminum Sheave Pulley

Lightweight aluminum single-groove sheave pulley for cable or rope systems in lifting equipment. HTS 8483.50.9080 covers this as an 'other' pulley. Used in overhead cranes and winches for load distribution.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.8%+50.0%52.8%
🇲🇽Mexico2.8%+25.0%27.8%
🇨🇦Canada2.8%+25.0%27.8%
🇩🇪Germany2.8%+25.0%27.8%
🇯🇵Japan2.8%+25.0%27.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8431.20.00.00Lower: 50% vs 52.8%

If as part of machinery for lifting/handling

Pulleys integral to specific lifting machinery like forklifts classify there.

8483.50.90Same rate: 52.8%

If when sold as multi-sheave block

Assembled blocks with 2+ sheaves go to pulley blocks provision.

7616.99.51Lower: 40% vs 52.8%

If other articles of aluminum

If lacking pulley function (no rotation/shaft mount), defaults to material heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify load rating and groove profile (e.g

• V-groove, U-groove) in commercial invoice

• Ensure anti-corrosion treatment documentation if anodized

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