AAR Type E Coupler Knuckle
The AAR Type E coupler knuckle is a critical replaceable component in standard North American freight car couplers, designed to engage and disengage with adjacent cars during coupling operations. It falls under HTS 8607.30.1050 as a specific part of freight rail couplers for vehicles of headings 8605 or 8606.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as unfinished castings without coupler-specific machining
Unmachined steel castings default to Chapter 73 articles of iron or steel, not specific rail parts.
If sold as part of a complete freight car coupling system assembly
Assembled parts of rail-specific machinery may shift to 8431 for parts of rolling stock machinery.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify AAR interchange standards compliance via certification from manufacturers like McConway & Torley to avoid customs rejection
• Include detailed engineering drawings and material specs (typically cast steel) in documentation for proper classification
• Avoid misclassification as general iron/steel articles (7302); specify freight rail end-use
Related Products under HTS 8607.30.10.50
Freight Coupler Locklift Pin
A high-strength steel pin used to lift and secure the lockset in Type F or E freight couplers, enabling reliable coupling. Falls under HTS 8607.30.1050 as a freight rail coupler part.
E-Grade Coupler Follower Plate
The follower plate transmits forces between the coupler yoke and draft gear in E-type freight couplers. HTS 8607.30.1050 covers this essential freight rail coupling interface.
Freight Coupler Wear Plate
Replaceable hardened steel plate reducing wear on the coupler carrier-striker interface in heavy freight service. Specifically classified under HTS 8607.30.1050.
Draft Arm for Tank Car Coupler
Specialized extension arm adapting standard couplers to tank car draft sills, handling liquid cargo shock loads. HTS 8607.30.1050 for freight-specific coupler parts.
Coupler Pocket Wear Liner
High-chrome iron liner inserted in the coupler pocket to extend service life under constant impact. Falls under HTS 8607.30.1050 as freight coupler wear component.
Shank for Freight Car Coupler
The coupler shank is the elongated rear portion of a freight rail coupler that attaches to the freight car's underframe via a draft gear system. Classified under HTS 8607.30.1050 for its role in hooks and coupling devices of freight rolling stock (8606).