Heavy Hex Track Wedge
A hexagonal steel wedge for securing railroad ties during installation, weighing 10 lbs for durability. Its heavy-duty construction ensures reliable performance in track maintenance. This item falls under tariff item 8205.59.10 as an 'other hand tool' for climbing or mountaineering, heads for manufacture, or livestock branding irons, given its wedge function.
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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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wedge is used for purposes other than railroad track installation.
Other hand tools not elsewhere specified may apply if the product's intended use is not specifically for track work.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the wedge is made of base metal and not a cermet to meet Chapter 82 requirements
• Declare the product as a track tool, not as railway equipment, to avoid Section XVII classification
• Ensure the product's dimensions are accurately reported for duty calculation
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A plastic or steel wedge used to control tree direction during felling by preventing tree pinch in logging operations. Its high-visibility colors aid safety in forest environments. This tool is classified under tariff item 8205.59.10 as an 'other hand tool' for climbing or mountaineering, heads for manufacture, or livestock branding irons, given its wedge function.
Log Peeling Wedge
A broad-faced wedge for peeling bark from logs during milling preparation, with serrated edges to grip wood securely. This tool is designed for manual logging operations. It is classified under tariff item 8205.59.10 as an 'other hand tool' for climbing or mountaineering, heads for manufacture, or livestock branding irons, given its wedge function.
Railroad Track Claw Bar
A specialized claw bar for pulling railroad spikes and aligning tracks during maintenance. Its long handle provides leverage for efficient track work. This item falls under tariff item 8205.59.10 as an 'other hand tool' for climbing or mountaineering, heads for manufacture, or livestock branding irons, given its track tool classification.
Railroad Track Tamping Bar
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