8479.79.00.00 - Other 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 35% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 8479.79.00.00, pertains to "Other" passenger boarding bridges not specifically classified under other headings. These are mechanical devices designed for the transfer of passengers between an aircraft and an airport terminal or other ground facility. While the primary function is passenger transit, this "other" classification captures those boarding bridges that do not meet the specific criteria for those designated for airport use.
The key distinction from its sibling category, 8479.71.00.00 ("Of a kind used in airports"), lies in the intended operational environment and potentially the specific design or features. While both are passenger boarding bridges, this category would encompass those potentially used in private aviation facilities, ferry terminals adapted for aircraft, or other specialized transit points that are not part of a standard commercial airport infrastructure. Classification hinges on the primary intended use and installation location.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within 8479.79.00.00 relies on carefully considering the physical characteristics, intended application, and operational context of the boarding bridge. If a boarding bridge is not explicitly designed for or primarily used in a commercial airport setting, it would fall under this residual "other" category, provided it otherwise meets the general definition of a passenger boarding bridge.