Hopper Car Bolster from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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