Steel Rail Clip from China
A specialized steel clip designed to secure railway rails to sleepers (cross-ties), ensuring stability and alignment. It falls under HTS 7302.90.90.00 as 'other material specialized for jointing or fixing rails' in railway track construction.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
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
Import Tips
• Verify material certification as iron or steel per Chapter 73 notes to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed engineering specs in documentation to prove specialized railway use