Railcar Coupler Anti-Creep Guard

A steel guard plate preventing unintended coupler shank creep during slack action in freight trains. This safety part is under HTS 8607.30.1050 for freight coupler components.

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%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7326.90.86Lower: 37.9% vs 38.6%

If sold as universal buffer guard without rail specification

Other steel articles not rail-specific classify under 7326.

8607.99Lower: 13.1% vs 38.6%

If for general rolling stock, not freight coupler-specific

Catch-all for other rail parts if not fitting coupling subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Reference AAR Interchange Rule 16 for design validation

Include wear limit specifications in technical data sheets