AAR 136RE Alloy Steel Rail
A standard 136-pound per yard railroad rail made from AISI 1080 alloy steel, designed for heavy-duty freight lines with enhanced wear resistance. It falls under HTS 7302.10.50 as a rail of alloy steel specialized for railway track construction. The alloy composition provides superior strength and durability compared to carbon steel rails.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made of carbon steel rather than alloy steel
Carbon steel rails are classified separately in 7302.10.10; alloy steel requires specific alloying elements exceeding defined thresholds.
If classified as fish-plates or sole plates rather than rails
Jointing or fixing components like fish-plates fall under 7302.40.00, not the rails themselves.
If imported as unfinished rail blanks over 16mm thick
Unfinished steel products resembling rails but not specialized for track use may go to Chapter 73 headings for semi-finished steel.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify alloy steel certification (e.g
• AISI standards) with mill test reports to confirm classification under 7302.10.50
• Ensure compliance with AAR or EN standards documentation for U.S. rail import approvals
• Avoid misclassification as carbon steel by providing precise chemical composition analysis
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