Fish-plates and sole plates
Railway or tramway track construction material of iron or steel, the following: rails, check-rails and rack rails, switch blades, crossing frogs, point rods and other crossing pieces, sleepers (cross-ties), fish-plates, chairs, chair wedges, sole plates (base plates), rail clips, bedplates, ties and other material specialized for jointing or fixing rails: > Fish-plates and sole plates
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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
Products classified under HTS 7302.40.00.00
Steel Fish Plates for Standard Gauge Railway Tracks
Steel fish plates are oblong splice bars used to join and reinforce the ends of two adjacent railway rails by bolting through pre-drilled holes. They fall under HTS 7302.40.00.00 as specialized material for jointing rails in railway track construction. These plates ensure structural integrity and alignment at rail joints.
Railway Sole Plates for Concrete Sleepers
Sole plates, also known as base plates, are steel plates positioned between rail and concrete sleeper to distribute load and provide rail anchorage points. Classified under HTS 7302.40.00.00 for their specialized role in fixing rails to track foundation. They feature pre-drilled holes for spikes and clips.
Forged Steel Fish Plates for Heavy Haul Railroads
Heavy-duty forged fish plates designed for high-axle-load freight railroads, providing superior strength at rail joints. HTS 7302.40.00.00 covers these as specialized jointing material for railway track construction. Typically made from high-strength low-alloy steel with precise hole alignment.
Switch Rail Sole Plates for Turnouts
Specialized sole plates for railway switch points and turnouts, featuring contoured rail seats for guard rails and switch rails. Under HTS 7302.40.00.00 as material specialized for rail fixing in track construction. Designed to accommodate complex geometries at crossings.
High-Strength Rail Joint Fish Plates 141RE
Premium fish plates specifically for 141RE rail section, providing joint stability for mainline and siding tracks. HTS 7302.40.00.00 designates these as specialized rail jointing material of steel. Feature 36-inch length with 8 bolt holes for maximum strength.
Cast Steel Sole Plates for Wooden Ties
Cast steel base plates for traditional wooden cross-tie rail construction, providing spike and clip anchorage. Classified HTS 7302.40.00.00 for sole plates specialized in rail fixing. Include shoulders for rail head support and tie plate wear reduction.
Metric Fish Plates for Light Rail Transit
Fish plates designed for 60E1 metric rail profile used in urban light rail and tramway systems. HTS 7302.40.00.00 includes these for tramway track jointing. Feature European standard hole spacing and UIC-60 rail compatibility.
Pandrol Fastclip Compatible Sole Plates
Rail sole plates pre-engineered for Pandrol Fastclip fastening system, featuring precise clip pockets and rail seats. Under HTS 7302.40.00.00 as specialized rail base plates. Eliminate need for spikes using resilient clips.