Yale MPB040-AC Electric Pallet Truck from Germany
Yale's MPB040-AC is an electric-powered pallet truck for short-distance transport of palletized goods in factories, warehouses, and dock areas, lacking advanced lifting mechanisms. Classified in HTS 8709.11.0060 as an 'other' electrical works truck per chapter notes excluding fitted handling equipment.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.74.050%Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Ensure battery type (lead-acid or lithium-ion) is documented with MSDS sheets for hazardous materials compliance
• Label as 'works truck, not fitted with lifting equipment' on commercial invoice to match HTS description precisely
• Avoid reclassification pitfalls by confirming load capacity under 3 tons and no telescoping mast