Steel Railway Freight Car Wheel

A forged steel wheel designed for freight cars on standard gauge railways, typically 33 inches in diameter with a tread profile for rail contact. Classified under HTS 8607.19.12.00 as a wheel for railway rolling stock, whether or not fitted with an axle.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7302.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If used in railway track construction

Chapter note excludes track construction material of iron or steel from Chapter 86, directing to heading 7302.

8482.10Lower: 19% vs 35%

If classified primarily as a bearing component

Wheels with integral roller bearings may shift to Chapter 84 for plain shaft bearings.

8708.70.60Higher: 52.5% vs 35%

If for road vehicle wheel applications

Non-railway wheels fall under Chapter 87 for parts of motor vehicles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify wheel specifications match AAR or EN standards to avoid reclassification as general steel articles

Provide manufacturer certifications confirming railway use to qualify under Chapter 86 exclusions

Check for axle fittings upon import; declare separately if not integral to prevent duty disputes