Steel Rail Clip
A specialized steel clip designed to secure railway rails to sleepers (cross-ties), ensuring stability and alignment. This product is classified under tariff item 7302.90.00 as 'other material specialized for jointing or fixing 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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the rail clip is a helical spring or similar spring component
Springs of iron or steel are classified under heading 73.20, which could apply if the clip functions primarily as a spring.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the clip is not a 'part of general use' such as a spring or fastener, which would be excluded from Chapter 73
• Provide technical data showing it is designed for railway rail fastening
• Check if the clip is heat-treated or coated, as this may affect classification
Related Products under Tariff item 7302.90.00
Bi-Block Steel Sleeper for Metro Rail
A bi-block steel sleeper consisting of two connected steel blocks designed for metro rail tracks on concrete beds. It is a railway track construction material of iron or steel, specifically a sleeper (cross-tie) specialized for supporting and fixing rails, falling under tariff item 7302.90.00.
Corrosion-Resistant Alloy Steel Cross-Tie
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Galvanized Steel Tramway Sleeper
A hot-dip galvanized steel sleeper for urban tramway tracks, offering corrosion resistance for outdoor exposure. It is a railway or tramway track construction material of iron or steel, specifically a sleeper specialized for fixing rails, and falls under tariff item 7302.90.00.
Heavy Duty Steel Cross-Tie for High-Speed Rail
A heavy-duty steel cross-tie engineered for high-speed railway tracks, with precision-drilled holes for rail clips. It is a sleeper of iron or steel specialized for jointing or fixing rails in track construction, falling under tariff item 7302.90.00.
Pre-Drilled Steel Sleeper for Ballasted Track
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Prestressed Concrete Filled Steel Sleeper
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