Wabtec FLXdrive Battery-Electric Locomotive Kit from Canada
The Wabtec FLXdrive conversion kit transforms existing diesel-electric locomotives into hybrid battery-electric units. Still classified under HTS 8602.10.00.00 when the diesel-electric base locomotive remains primary. Used for yard switching with reduced emissions.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify based on original locomotive type; conversion kits may require separate parts classification
• Document energy storage system specifications for DOT hazardous materials compliance
• Verify interoperability with existing fleet control systems