New Nonalloy Steel Rail for Light Rail Transit from China
New continuous welded rail (CWR) sections from nonalloy steel for light rail transit systems, not heat-treated. Classified in HTS 7302.10.10.25 as 'other' new untreated rails for urban tramway tracks. Provides smooth ride for passenger vehicles.
Duty Rate — China → United States
75%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Submit weld inspection reports confirming factory new condition; provide light rail gauge specifications (typically 1435mm); avoid heat treatment confusion with head-hardened rail profiles