Freight Car Truck Bolster

The central transverse beam in a railway truck assembly that connects the side frames and supports the car body for vehicles under heading 8606. Typically made of high-strength steel to handle heavy loads. Falls under HTS 8607.19.30 due to its role in truck assemblies of rolling stock.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.6%+35.0%38.6%
🇲🇽Mexico3.6%+10.0%13.6%
🇨🇦Canada3.6%+10.0%13.6%
🇩🇪Germany3.6%+10.0%13.6%
🇯🇵Japan3.6%+10.0%13.6%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8607.11.00.00Lower: 35% vs 38.6%

If part of an assembled truck rather than individual component

Complete truck assemblies have specific subheadings, separate from parts.

7302.40.00Lower: 35% vs 38.6%

If for track construction use, not rolling stock

Shift to rail track materials if not for vehicle trucks, per chapter exclusions.

7325.10.00Lower: 35% vs 38.6%

If machined from steel bars, not cast

Different manufacturing process changes to iron/steel articles by shape.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include load-bearing specifications in documentation to prove rail use; inspect for casting defects common in imports

Comply with AAR (Association of American Railroads) standards; pitfall is insufficient proof of 8606 compatibility

Label with HTS code and part function to prevent customs holding for verification

Related Products under HTS 8607.19.30

Railway Truck Side Frame

A cast steel side frame that forms the lateral structure of a railway truck assembly for freight cars classified under heading 8606. It supports the axles and bearings, allowing smooth movement along tracks. Classified under HTS 8607.19.30 as a part of truck assemblies for rolling stock.

Railway Truck Journal Bearing Adapter

A precision-machined adapter that fits between the truck axle journal and bearing housing in freight car truck assemblies under heading 8606. Ensures proper alignment and load distribution. Classified in HTS 8607.19.30 as a truck assembly part.

Passenger Car Truck Transom

A structural cross-member reinforcing the truck frame in passenger railway vehicles of heading 8605. Distributes forces between side frames and bolster. HTS 8607.19.30 covers it as a part of truck assemblies for such vehicles.

Freight Hopper Car Truck Spring Seat

A steel plate or casting that seats the suspension springs in truck assemblies of hopper freight cars under heading 8606. Critical for vertical load support and vibration damping. Fits HTS 8607.19.30 classification.

Rail Truck Equalizer Bar

A pivoting steel bar in truck assemblies that equalizes load across multiple axles in freight cars of heading 8606. Enhances stability on uneven tracks. Classified under HTS 8607.19.30 as truck part.

Railway Truck Damper Bracket

A mounting bracket for hydraulic or friction dampers in truck assemblies of passenger cars under heading 8605. Improves ride quality by controlling oscillations. Covered by HTS 8607.19.30.