Coupler Yoke and Follower from Japan
Coupler yokes and followers transfer pulling and buffing forces from the coupler knuckle to the draft gear in 8606 freight cars. These steel components are integral to the coupling system. HTS 8607.30.10 covers them as parts of coupling devices.
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
• Submit AAR Interchange Rules certification to confirm standard dimensions for U.S. freight
• Steel grade declarations prevent HTS 72 raw material shifts