Close Coupling Buffer Device from Japan
Specialized buffer for close-coupled passenger cars under 8605, minimizing gaps between cars for smoother travel. Includes hydraulic elements and alignment pins. HTS 8607.30.10.90 as other buffers for these vehicles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit rail authority approvals (e.g
• FRA waivers) and dynamic test videos
• Avoid 'automotive' descriptions that trigger vehicle part scrutiny