Boxcar Truck Bolster Assembly from China
Steel bolster component integral to the truck assembly of boxcars (heading 8606), providing the center support for the bolster beam and side bearings. Classified specifically under HTS 8607.19.30.10 due to its role as a part of freight car truck assemblies. Designed to withstand dynamic loads during rail transport.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.1%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include detailed engineering drawings showing truck assembly integration for valuation and classification proof
• Check for AAR Interchange Rules compliance to prevent reclassification
• Pitfall: Failing to specify 'bolster' function leads to generic truck part coding