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GE Evolution Series Tier 4 Locomotive from China

The GE Evolution Series Tier 4 is a modern diesel-electric locomotive designed for freight transport, featuring a 12-cylinder engine compliant with EPA emissions standards. It falls under HTS 8602.10.00.00 as a diesel-electric locomotive powered by an onboard diesel engine driving an electric generator for traction motors. These are used primarily by Class I railroads for hauling heavy freight trains across North America.

Duty Rate — China → United States

50%

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
9903.88.0225%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)
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

Verify EPA emissions compliance certification for U.S. entry, as Tier 4 standards are mandatory for new locomotives

Prepare detailed technical specs including engine type, power output, and axle configuration for customs valuation

Avoid misclassification as parts by ensuring the unit is fully assembled and operational upon import