Brake Pipe Connector Fitting from Japan
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 — 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
• 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