Railroad Track Claw Bar from Germany
A specialized claw bar for pulling railroad spikes and aligning tracks during maintenance. Classified under HTS 8205.59.30 as a track tool, part of the explicit category for crowbars, track tools, and wedges. Its long handle and curved claw provide mechanical advantage for rail work.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
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