Caterpillar Diesel-Electric Switcher from China
Caterpillar's diesel-electric switcher locomotives feature compact design for yard operations with 1,000-2,000 HP engines. Under HTS 8602.10.00.00 as diesel-electric locomotives despite smaller size. Ideal for industrial sidings and short-line railroads.
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
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Comply with OSHA clearance requirements for industrial plant operations
• Include remote control operation certification if equipped
• Document low-emission engine packages for railyard air quality permits