Alstom Prima Electric Locomotive from China
The Alstom Prima series is a modular electric locomotive powered by overhead electric lines, widely used for freight and intercity passenger transport in Europe and Asia. Classified under HTS 8601.10.00.00 due to its reliance on external electrical power sources like 25kV AC catenary systems.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Ensure voltage/frequency compatibility (e.g
• 25kV 50Hz) is documented for CBP review to confirm external power classification
• Obtain pre-approval from railroad operators for interoperability testing post-import