Hopper Car Bolster from Germany
High-strength steel bolster for coal or aggregate hopper cars under heading 8606, forming the key transverse member in the truck assembly for load transfer. Falls under HTS 8607.19.30.10 as a dedicated bolster part for freight rolling stock trucks. Engineered for abrasion resistance and heavy vibration.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.6%
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
Import Tips
• Provide evidence of end-use in 8606 vehicles via purchase orders or specs; use ISPM 15 for any wooden packaging
• Avoid pitfall of classifying as axle-related if not directly integrated