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Railway Traction Rotary DC-AC Converter from Japan

Heavy-duty rotary converter for railway locomotives converting DC overhead line power to AC traction motor supply using motor-generator sets. The mechanical rotary coupling qualifies it as HTS 8502.40 electric rotary converter.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include railway interoperability certifications (AAR, UIC standards)

• Document MTBF ratings for traction applications in technical specs

• Declare shock/vibration test results per rail standards