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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as universal buffer guard without rail specification
Other steel articles not rail-specific classify under 7326.
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
Related Products under HTS 8607.30.10.50
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.
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.