Type F Tightlock Freight Coupler from China
An assembled Type F tightlock coupler designed for secure, high-strength connections on modern freight railcars, particularly intermodal and heavy-haul applications. It includes integrated lockset and anti-creep features, fitting HTS 8607.30.10.10 for assembled freight couplers on 8606 rolling stock.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.6%
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
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Provide engineering drawings showing tightlock assembly to confirm classification over loose parts
• Comply with AAR Manual of Standards Chapter 5 for coupler dimensions to prevent inspection holds