Willison Freight Coupler Assembly from Mexico
The Willison coupler is a robust, assembled freight rail coupling system with high tensile strength for connecting hopper and gondola cars in bulk freight trains. Classified under HTS 8607.30.10.10 due to its complete assembly and design for 8606 freight vehicles.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.6%
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
• Include material certs (e.g
• AAR Grade E steel) and weld inspection reports for compliance
• Label clearly as 'assembled for freight cars' to distinguish from parts or passenger types
• Avoid delays by pre-filing with railroad compatibility data via ACE system