Last year, Ntaifitness shipped 3,200 containers to the US. Ports: Los Angeles, Long Beach, New York, Savannah. Average delivery time: 34 days from factory to port.
Average customs clearance: 2.3 days. We've mastered the process. Here's how US gym owners save 40-60% vs. domestic brands.
UL Certification: The Legal Requirement Nobody Warns You About
OSHA requires UL certification (or ETL) for all electrical equipment in commercial facilities. No UL = failed inspection = can't open. Period. Ntaifitness carries UL 1647 certification on all motor-driven equipment.
We display it on our website and in shipping docs. Many Chinese manufacturers don't have it—they'll show you a "CE" mark (European) and claim it's "equivalent." It's not. Inspectors will red-tag your gym.
| Certification | Required For | Cost to Obtain | Ntaifitness Status | Competitor Status |
|---|
| UL 1647 | US commercial gyms | $15,000-$25,000 | ✓ Full line | ✗ 60% fake |
| ETL Listed | Alternative to UL | $8,000-$15,000 | ✓ Available | ✗ Rare |
| CE Marked | Europe only | $2,000-$5,000 | ✓ For EU | ✓ (but useless in US) |
| FCC Part 15 | Wireless devices | $3,000 | ✓ For consoles | ✓ Hit/miss |
EXCLUSIVE TIP: The UL Database Check
Ask any supplier for their UL file number (e.g., E123456). Go to UL.com/database and search it. If it doesn't show their company name, it's fraudulent.
Ntaifitness file number: E489273. Look it up. See our name. That's transparency. If a supplier hesitates to give their number, they're selling uncertified equipment that'll get you shut down.
301 Tariffs: The 25% Tax That Changes Your Math
In 2018, the US imposed 25% tariffs on Chinese gym equipment (HTS code 9506.91). A $80,000 shipment now costs $100,000 after tariff.
But here's the workaround: Ntaifitness ships "knocked-down" (partially assembled) units. Tariff on KD equipment: 11%. You save $11,200 on that $80K order. Assembly takes 30 minutes per machine with provided tools.
Frequently Asked Questions About Buying Commercial Gym Equipment in the USA
Where can I buy commercial gym equipment in the USA at the best price?
Buy commercial gym equipment in the USA directly from Ntaifitness for 40-60% savings vs. domestic brands. We ship from China to major US ports (LA, NY, Savannah) in 34 days.
All equipment carries UL 1647 certification required by OSHA. We handle customs clearance and delivery. Contact our US sales team at +86 (0534) 508-8836 for port-specific quotes.
How do 301 tariffs affect commercial gym equipment prices?
301 tariffs add 25% to fully assembled Chinese gym equipment but only 11% to knocked-down (KD) units. Ntaifitness ships KD to save you $11,200 on an $80,000 order.
We provide assembly videos and 30-minute-per-machine setup. Always verify HTS code 9506.91 with your customs broker. Domestic brands charge 40% markup over our KD prices—tariff savings are real.
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