Zinc Train Window Latch from Mexico
A zinc-alloy latch mechanism for securing windows on passenger rail cars, ensuring safety and weatherproofing. It qualifies for HTS 8302.49.60.55 as a base metal fitting for railway vehicles in Section XVII (excluding motor vehicles). The latch features a quick-release design for emergency access.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
30.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include AAR (Association of American Railroads) compliance docs; specify rail car model compatibility
• Zinc content must be declared accurately for alloy tariffs; avoid generic 'metal latch' descriptions