Yale MPB040AC Electric Pallet Jack Drive Motor from Germany
This electric drive motor powers the Yale MPB040AC works truck used in warehouses for short-distance goods transport. It falls under HTS 8709.90.00.90 as a part of self-propelled works trucks not fitted with lifting equipment, specifically the 'other' category for factory or airport transport vehicles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.0825%Medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, as provided for in subdivision (i) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify compatibility with specific works truck models via OEM specs to ensure correct HTS classification
• Provide detailed engineering drawings and part numbers for CBP review to prevent reclassification as general electric motors
• Include certificates of origin for duty preference programs like USMCA if sourced from qualifying countries