Brake Pipe Connector Fitting from China
A gladhand coupling that connects air brake hoses between railway cars, ensuring continuous brake pipe integrity. Falls under HTS 8607.29.50.00 as an 'other' part of railway brake systems.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify AAR Type C/D/E compatibility on invoices for North American railways
• Provide pressure test certificates (typically 250 psi working pressure)
• Avoid generic 'hose coupling' descriptions to maintain railway classification