Railroad Track Claw Bar from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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