Automatic Air Hose Coupler from Japan
Automatic air hose couplers connect brake lines between locomotives (8605) and rolling stock (8606) during coupling. They feature gladhand fittings for gladhand seals. Classified in HTS 8607.30.10 as coupling device parts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Pressure test certificates required to prove railway brake compatibility
• Distinguish from pneumatic couplers; rail-specific design avoids Chapter 84
• Declare as set with couplers if including hoses to maintain classification