Knuckle Coupler Pin Kit
Heavy-duty pin and bushing kit for securing knuckles in automatic couplers on 8606 freight cars. Heat-treated alloy steel for wear resistance. Parts thereof under HTS 8607.30.10.90.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If generic steel pins without rail designation
Unspecified headed pins are Chapter 73 screws, bolts, and pins.
If for mining rail equipment
Parts of mining machinery forks and shovels cover non-transport rails.
If parts not specific to couplings/buffers
General rolling-stock parts fall under broader 8607.90 category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify to AAR M-216 pin specs; include hardness test results
• Package with coupler assembly photos to prove integral part status
Related Products under HTS 8607.30.10.90
Draft Gear Buffer Assembly
A shock-absorbing buffer system installed between the coupler and car frame on railway freight cars (8606) to manage coupling impacts. It includes housing, friction shoes, and springs for energy dissipation. Falls under HTS 8607.30.10.90 as a buffer part for specified rolling stock.
Railcar Buffer Face Casting
Replaceable wear face for buffer housings on 8605 passenger cars, made of manganese steel. Absorbs direct impact during coupling. As buffer part under HTS 8607.30.10.90.
Transition Coupler Adapter
Steel adapter converting European screw coupler to North American knuckle on mixed rolling stock (8606). Enables international freight compatibility. HTS 8607.30.10.90 other coupling devices.
Buffer Height Adjuster Shim
Precision steel shims for adjusting coupler/buffer height on 8606 cars to AAR standards. Ensures proper coupling alignment. Parts thereof in 8607.30.10.90.
Coupler Operating Rod
Lever rod assembly for manual coupler operation on yard cars (8606). Connects uncoupling lever to knuckle lift pin. Coupling device part per HTS 8607.30.10.90.
Buffer Housing Cover Plate
Protective steel plate sealing buffer gear housing on 8605 cars. Prevents debris ingress while allowing maintenance access. HTS 8607.30.10.90 buffer parts.