EMD SD70ACe Freight Locomotive from Japan
The EMD SD70ACe is a six-axle diesel-electric locomotive with AC traction, popular for heavy-haul freight service on major U.S. railroads. Classified under HTS 8602.10.00.00 due to its diesel engine generating electricity for AC traction motors. It offers 4,300 horsepower and advanced safety features like distributed power control.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) certification documents to confirm compliance with U.S. safety standards
• Document total weight and dimensions accurately, as locomotives often exceed standard container sizes requiring special handling
• Check for positive train control (PTC) compatibility if intended for U.S. mainline operation