Hopper Car Freight Coupler

Assembled coupler optimized for covered hopper cars in grain and mineral service, with dust-resistant seals. HTS 8607.30.10.10 for 8606 freight.

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%

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8607.30.10.50Same rate: 38.6%

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