Railroad Track Claw Bar

A heavy-duty 36-inch claw bar used for pulling spikes and aligning railroad tracks during maintenance. This qualifies under HTS 8205.59.30.80 as a track tool intended for manual railroad applications. Its robust construction distinguishes it from general pry bars.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8205.59.10.00Higher: 42.2% vs 35%

If wedge-shaped for track splitting

Dedicated provision for wedges separates them from claw bars.

8432.10.00Same rate: 35%

If for specialized snow plow or agricultural track tools

Machinery parts for specific agricultural or earth-moving uses shift to Chapter 84.

8201.40.60Higher: 41.2% vs 35%

If equipped with integrated axes or hatchets

Axes, hatchets, and similar hewing tools have their own heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include end-use certification specifying railroad track work to support classification

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Avoid bundling with power tools, as sets may trigger different headings

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