Steel Fish Plates for Standard Gauge Railway Tracks
Steel fish plates are oblong splice bars used to join and reinforce the ends of two adjacent railway rails by bolting through pre-drilled holes. These plates are critical for maintaining continuous rail alignment and strength. They fall under tariff item 7302.40.00 as specialized material for jointing railway rails.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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If the plates are used for other structural jointing
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fish plates match the rail section and drilling pattern used in Canadian standard gauge tracks
• Provide the bolt size and spacing specifications for customs verification
• Keep records of the steel grade and heat treatment for potential quality inspections
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Cast steel sole plates designed for traditional wooden cross-tie rail construction, providing secure anchorage for spikes and clips. These plates feature shoulders that support the rail head, ensuring stability and load distribution. They fall under tariff item 7302.40.00 as specialized sole plates used in railway track construction.
Forged Steel Fish Plates for Heavy Haul Railroads
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Metric Fish Plates for Light Rail Transit
Fish plates designed for the 60E1 metric rail profile, used in urban light rail and tramway systems. These plates feature European standard hole spacing and UIC-60 rail compatibility, ensuring proper jointing for light rail tracks. They are classified under tariff item 7302.40.00 as specialized fish-plates for tramway track construction.
Pandrol Fastclip Compatible Sole Plates
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