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Railway Coupler Yoke

A forged steel yoke connecting draft gear to couplers in railway freight cars, critical for secure train connections. It is a part of non self-propelled rolling stock, separate from full coupling gear. 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 CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China11%β€”11%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico11%β€”11%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States11%β€”11%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany11%β€”11%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan11%β€”11%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8607.30.10Lower: Free vs 11%

If the yoke is part of a complete coupling gear system

Heading 86.07 includes hooks and other coupling gear.

7326.19.10Lower: Free vs 11%

If the yoke is a general forged steel article not specific to railway use

Section note 2 excludes parts of general use of base metal.

8607.99.11Lower: Free vs 11%

If the yoke is for a self-propelled vehicle

This item covers parts of self-propelled rolling stock.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Describe the coupler yoke as a part of the coupling system, not as a complete coupler, to align with the tariff item

β€’ The CBSA may require evidence that the yoke is not a part of general use, such as a forged steel article under Section XV

β€’ Ensure the yoke is identified as solely for railway use to avoid reclassification

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Freight Car Side Bearing Cage

A cast steel cage that houses side bearings on a freight car truck, providing centering and stability during rail travel. It is a replacement part for non self-propelled rolling stock, helping prevent derailment under dynamic loads. This component is classified as a part of railway rolling-stock under tariff item 8607.99.20.

Freight Wagon Draft Gear Pocket

A steel housing pocket that holds the draft gear in a freight wagon's underframe, absorbing coupler forces during train operations. It is a critical component for impact resistance and is used as a replacement part in non self-propelled rolling stock. This product is classified under tariff item 8607.99.20 as other parts of railway rolling-stock.

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