Shank for Freight Car Coupler from Germany
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).
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Ensure AAR M-211 contour specifications are met; provide test reports for fatigue strength
• Label as 'freight rail coupler shank' explicitly to distinguish from tramway parts