Railroad Track Claw Bar from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include end-use certification specifying railroad track work to support classification
• Declare exact weight and length to match statistical reporting requirements
• Avoid bundling with power tools, as sets may trigger different headings