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Parking Lot Barrier Gate Arm

Automated swing arm barrier for vehicle access control in parking facilities, equipped with electrical motor and control sensors. Classified under HTS 8530.80.00.00 for electrical traffic control equipment in parking lots.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8428.90.03Higher: 40% vs 37.5%

If imported without electrical controls

Mechanical barriers lacking electrical signaling classify as other lifting/handling machinery.

8537.10.91Higher: 52.7% vs 37.5%

If control boards sold separately

Programmable logic controllers for parking systems fall under heading 8537.

8543.70Lower: 15.1% vs 37.5%

If as electrical control panels

Assemblies of electrical apparatus for switching/parking control may go to 8543.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include motor specifications and safety sensor certifications in entry documents

• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as mechanical gates under 7308; emphasize electrical components

• Comply with UL or CE standards for automatic vehicle gates to facilitate customs clearance