Brake Pipe Connector Fitting from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
12.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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