Railway Freight Car Bolster from Canada
A cast steel bolster used in freight car truck assemblies to support the car body and facilitate load distribution on railway rolling stock of heading 8606. It is a critical component in truck assemblies for freight cars, classified under HTS 8607.19.30.10 as a bolster part of truck assemblies. This part ensures stability and smooth operation under heavy loads.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify compatibility with specific truck assembly models of headings 8605/8606; obtain manufacturer's specifications for customs declaration
• Ensure material certification (e.g
• AAR standards) to avoid misclassification as unfinished steel
• Common pitfall: incorrect reporting as general steel casting under Chapter 73