Tramway Axle from Japan
Lightweight steel axle for urban tramways and light rail vehicles, designed for tight radius curves and frequent service. Covered by HTS 8607.19.03.00 as axles for tramway rolling stock.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25.4%
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
• Specify track gauge (standard 1435mm vs. narrow) in technical specs for classification
• Obtain EU TSI or equivalent certifications for transit authority acceptance
• Bundle with wheelsets only if sold assembled to maintain axle classification