Steel-Framed Roller Coaster from Japan
A large-scale steel roller coaster designed for installation in theme parks, featuring multiple inversions and high-speed drops. It falls under HTS 9508.21.00.00 as an amusement park ride classified specifically as a roller coaster, intended to carry passengers over a fixed course for entertainment.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain safety certifications from bodies like TÜV or ASTM to meet U.S. import standards for amusement rides
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings and installation manuals as part of technical documentation
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring the ride is not residential-scale, which could shift to playground equipment