Heavy Haul Freight Car Axle from China

High-strength alloy steel axle rated for 286,000 lb freight cars, with extended service life for North American heavy rail. Specifically classified under HTS 8607.19.03.00 for railway rolling stock axles.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35.4%

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

Reference AAR M-101 specifications in commercial invoice for customs acceptance

Pre-clear with CBP via binding ruling for high-value axle shipments

Separate freight charges from axle value to prevent duty overpayment