U.S. Customs and Border Protection · CROSS Database · 1 HTS code referenced
Primary HTS Code
8426.11.0000
$18.7M monthly imports
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Ruling Age
35 years
Data compiled from CBP CROSS Rulings, Census Bureau Trade Data · As of 2026-04-29 · Updates monthly
The tariff classification of a crane from West Germany
NY 853291 June 13, 1990 CLA-2-84:S:N:N1:103 853291 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8426.11.0000 Mr. Harry G. Kelly Givens and Kelly 950 Echo Lane, Suite 360 Houston, Texas 77024 RE: The tariff classification of a crane from West Germany Dear Mr. Kelly: This classification decision under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) is being issued in accordance with the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). DATE OF INQUIRY : May 29, 1990 ON BEHALF OF : Golden Aluminum Company DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : An overhead traveling crane, mounted on a fixed support, used to move heavy machinery and coils of aluminum strip within a plant HTS PROVISION : Overhead traveling cranes on fixed support HTS SUBHEADING : 8426.11.0000 RATE OF DUTY : 2 percent ad valorem A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If the documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the transaction. Sincerely, Jean F. Maguire Area Director New York Seaport