Railway Buffer Spring
A heavy coil spring for railway buffer systems, absorbing end-of-car impacts during coupling and train operations. It is a part of non self-propelled rolling stock, ensuring train stability. This product is classified under tariff item 8607.99.20 as other parts of railway rolling-stock.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 11% | — | 11% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the spring is part of a complete buffer system
Heading 86.07 includes buffers for rollingstock.
If the spring is a general helical spring not specific to railway use
Section note 2 excludes parts of general use of base metal.
If the spring is for a self-propelled vehicle
This item covers parts of self-propelled rolling stock.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the buffer spring as a part of the buffer system, not as a general spring, which would fall under Chapter 73
• The CBSA may require evidence that the spring is solely for railway use, not a general-purpose spring
• Keep documentation of the buffer system it belongs to for classification support
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