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Toshiba EF65 Electric Locomotive

Japan's Toshiba EF65 is an AC electric locomotive powered by 20kV overhead lines, used for freight on JR networks. It qualifies for HTS 8601.10.00.00 as externally powered rail equipment.

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.

8504.34.00Lower: 40% vs 50%

If transformers imported standalone

Power supply transformers separate from loco body go to 8504.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Document JNR technical standards for historical import validations

• Check signaling compatibility with US positive train control systems