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    Exterior Aircraft Lights

    Exterior Aircraft Lights

    Exterior Lights Freight

    About this Product

    Exterior aircraft lights are typically palletized for shipment, requiring secure stacking and protective padding to prevent damage. Proper handling involves pallet wrap, cushioning, and extra care for fragile glass or plastic housings during loading and unloading. These measures ensure safe transit and compliance with shipping standards.

    Product Specifications

    • Material: Composite/Aluminum
    • Size Options: Standard sizes 12x12x6 inches
    • Load Capacity: Up to 50 lbs per unit
    • Coating: PVC coating
    • Applications: Aircraft exterior lighting
    • NMFC Code: 103300
    • Freight Class: 70

    Note: All specifications listed are suggested values.

    Why UNIS?

    Exterior lights are usually shipped in secure palletized containers, requiring careful stacking and protective padding to avoid damage. UNIS’s modular cubework spaces provide adaptable, dust‑free storage and easy forklift access, making them ideal for handling these items.

    Shipping Methods & Advantages

    LTL freight

    Best for 1–3 units or smaller batches that do not require a full truck.

    FTL freight

    Ideal for 5+ units or bulk shipments headed to large retail warehouses.

    Air freight

    Fastest option for urgent deliveries or time-sensitive placements.

    Reefer freight

    Recommended when the shipment includes temperature-sensitive contents.

    Reliable Transport

    Dedicated handling keeps fragile products secure throughout transit.

    Nationwide Network

    Coverage across major markets for consistent delivery windows.

    Timely Deliveries

    Optimized routing reduces delays and keeps inventory on schedule.

    Quality & Security

    Protective packaging and checks minimize damage risk.

    Handling & Compliance

    HTS Official Website

    Use the HTS Official Website to verify the applicable tariff for exterior aircraft lights, such as code 9902.15.59 for plastic grilles with LED lights.

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    UNIS HTS Codes

    UNIS provides access to specific HTS codes, including 9902.15.59 for exterior lights.

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    Dimensions & Weight (Packaged)

    Packaged exterior lights should fit within standard pallets up to 48" x 40" and maintain a pallet height of no more than 5 ft for forklift access.

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    Handling Requirements

    Handle exterior lights with care, using pallet wrap or protective padding, and ensure fragile glass or plastic housings receive extra attention during loading and unloading.

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    Packaging Specs

    Use sturdy, dust‑free packaging such as corrugated boxes with cushioning, and label each unit with detailed product specifications.

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    Accessorials

    Accessorials may include forklift operation and dock clearance to accommodate the 12 ft dock width and 10 ft access door.

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    Cost Drivers

    Cost drivers include packaging material, pallet wrap, protective padding, forklift labor, and handling of fragile components.

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