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Hitachi H5 Electric Locomotive

Hitachi H5 series for Shinkansen lines, powered externally at 25kV, high-speed passenger service. Classed under HTS 8601.10.00.00 for external electric rail locomotives.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+25.0%25%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+25.0%25%
🇯🇵JapanFree+25.0%25%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8603.90.00Higher: 55% vs 50%

If part of articulated trainset

Self-propelled passenger units in sets may use 8603.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• High-speed locos require aerodynamics and wheel-rail interaction certs