Railway Brake Friction Blocks from Japan
Solid blocks of mineral composite friction material for railway brake shoes, unmounted, asbestos-free for modern rolling stock. These withstand extreme loads in train applications. HTS 6813.89.00 includes such other brake friction articles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide AAR (Association of American Railroads) specs if applicable for smooth clearance
• Declare exact mineral basis to prevent shift to Chapter 86 railway parts
• Avoid kits with metal shoes, classified separately as mounted assemblies